For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 760 students in 40447, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY are Mckee Elementary School and Jackson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40447 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40447, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40447, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckee Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1005 Hwy. 89 N
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-7157
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-7157
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Jackson County Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
139 Hwy 587
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-8351
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-8351
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY include Mckee Elementary School and Jackson County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40447?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40447.
What is the racial composition of students in 40447?
40447 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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