Best Public Schools in Zip Code 40831


Summary:

The 40831 zip code area in Kentucky is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Harlan Elementary School and James A. Cawood Elementary) and 1 high school (Harlan High School). While the elementary schools face some challenges, Harlan High School stands out as a consistently high-performing institution, ranking among the top high schools in Harlan Independent and Harlan County.

Harlan High School has maintained a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger in the past two school years and boasts an impressive 84.2% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. The school's students have demonstrated strong proficiency in various subjects, outperforming both the district and state averages in areas like ACT/English, ACT/Mathematics, and KSA assessments.

In contrast, the two elementary schools in the area face some challenges. Both Harlan Elementary (65.8%) and James A. Cawood Elementary (85.34%) have relatively high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students. While James A. Cawood Elementary has shown some improvement in recent years, its overall ranking and test scores are still below the state averages in many areas. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted support for the elementary schools could help ensure a more equitable educational experience for all students in the 40831 zip code area.








Cities Near Zip Code 40831

See the top KY Kentucky cities

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





Diagnostics
a-SD2L4_21___40831__4_4_011110011__ retrieved from Database in 30 milliseconds.