For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,425 students in 42503, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42503, KY are Southwestern High School, Pulaski County High School and Eagle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42503 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pulaski County High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42503, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1765 Wtlo Rd
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,203 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Pulaski County High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 University Dr
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Gr: 9-12 | 1,173 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 49:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42503, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42503, KY include Southwestern High School, Pulaski County High School and Eagle Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 42503?
3 public high schools are located in 42503.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503?
42503 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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