For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 954 students in Hindman, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Hindman, KY are Knott County Central High School and Hindman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hindman, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hindman have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hindman, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knott County Central High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
76 Patriot Lane
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-3166
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-3166
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Hindman Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
875 W Main St
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-5872
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-5872
Gr: PK-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
Knott County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
1996 Highway 160 South
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-5350
Hindman, KY 41822
(606) 785-5350
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hindman, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Hindman, KY include Knott County Central High School and Hindman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hindman?
3 public schools are located in Hindman.
What is the racial composition of students in Hindman?
Hindman public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hindman are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hindman include: Knott County Central High School vs. Knott County Area Technology Center, Knott County Area Technology Center vs. Knott County Central High School
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