For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,392 students in 41005, KY (there are , serving 424 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 41005, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 41005, KY are Charles H. Kelly Elementary School, Burlington Elementary School and Stephens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41005 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41005, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41005, KY 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles H. Kelly Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6775 Mcville Rd
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4450
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Burlington Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5946 Orient St
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4440
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5687 Hwy 237
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4460
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 334-4460
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Camp Ernst Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6515 Camp Ernst Rd
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 534-4000
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 534-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Accel Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Barney Road
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 283-3250
Burlington, KY 41005
(859) 283-3250
Gr: 6-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 41005, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41005, KY include Charles H. Kelly Elementary School, Burlington Elementary School and Stephens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 41005?
5 public schools are located in 41005.
What percentage of students in 41005 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 41005 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 41005?
41005 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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