Summary:
The 40004 zip code area is home to 10 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. While the schools in this area generally have lower test scores compared to state averages, a few standout institutions shine through, including Bardstown Elementary School, Bardstown High School, and Bardstown Middle School.
Bardstown High School is the highest-performing high school in the area, ranking 91st out of 290 Kentucky high schools and receiving a 3-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with 59% of 11th graders proficient or better in ACT English, 34% in ACT Math, and 52% in ACT Reading, as well as a high 4-year graduation rate of 93.3%. In contrast, Nelson County High School and Thomas Nelson High School have more mixed performance, with graduation rates of 97.9% and 92.7%, respectively.
The data also reveals disparities between the Bardstown Independent School District and the Nelson County School District, with Bardstown schools generally outperforming their Nelson County counterparts. Additionally, the two alternative schools in the area, Bardstown Alternative School and The Academy at Horizons, face unique challenges, with significantly lower test scores and graduation rates compared to the traditional public schools.
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