For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 213 students in 42749, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 42749, KY is Caverna High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 42749 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42749, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 42749 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Caverna High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42749, KY ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Caverna High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2276 S Dixie St.
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 773-2828
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 773-2828
Grades: 9-12
| 213 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42749, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42749, KY include Caverna High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42749?
1 public high schools are located in 42749.
What is the racial composition of students in 42749?
42749 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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