For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,234 students in 40601, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 40601, KY are Panther Transition Academy, William Cofield High School and Frankfort High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 40601 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40601, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 40601 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Frankfort High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40601, KY ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Panther Transition Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
328 Shelby Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8655
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8655
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
William Cofield High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1106 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6790
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6790
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Frankfort High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
328 Shelby St
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8655
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8655
Gr: 9-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Franklin County High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E Main St
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6750
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6750
Gr: 9-12 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Western Hills High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Doctors Dr
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8400
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 875-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
The Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Democrat Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6720
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6720
Gr: 6-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
1106 E Main St
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6790
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-6790
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 40601, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40601, KY include Panther Transition Academy, William Cofield High School and Frankfort High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40601?
7 public high schools are located in 40601.
What is the racial composition of students in 40601?
40601 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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