Best Schools in Madisonville, Kentucky
13 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Madisonville?
Use this page to compare every school in Madisonville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Pride Elementary School
Elementary · Hopkins County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cornerstone Preparatory School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Madisonville North Hopkins High School
High · Hopkins County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Madisonville for 2026 are Pride Elementary School (8.9/10), Cornerstone Preparatory School (7.8/10), and Madisonville North Hopkins High School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$151,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$151,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 57% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Madisonville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Madisonville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pride Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Cornerstone Preparatory School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Madisonville North Hopkins High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Corner Stone Preparatory School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Grapevine Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | James Madison Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Jesse Stuart Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Browning Springs Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | West Broadway Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Hopkins County Central High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $57,529
- Median home value
- $151,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Madisonville compares
Kentucky rank
#64 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
97% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Madisonville, Kentucky
Madisonville serves families through nine ranked public schools under Hopkins County Schools, averaging 6.1 out of 10 across the district. The range runs from a standout 8.7 at the top down to the mid-5s, meaning school choice carries real weight for parents willing to research assignment zones before settling on a neighborhood.
The elementary tier is where Madisonville most consistently delivers. Pride Elementary School leads the city with an 8.7 rating — the highest score among all nine ranked schools and a full 2.6 points above the city average. West Broadway Elementary follows at 7.0, giving families with younger children two strong options above the citywide norm. Three of the nine schools score 7 or higher, putting 33% of Madisonville's public schools in a genuinely strong performance band.
At the high school level, Madisonville North Hopkins High School scores 7.4, making it the top-rated secondary option in the city. Hopkins County Central High School scores 6.3 — above the city average but about a point behind North Hopkins. Hopkins County Schools Academy rounds out the list at 5.8, serving a distinct student population that makes direct comparisons to traditional schools less meaningful.
For families relocating to Madisonville, the practical message is that grade level and school zone matter. Elementary-aged children have the most to gain from deliberate placement — the gap between Pride Elementary and the city average is wide, and West Broadway provides a second above-average option. High school families face a narrower spread but should still verify which school their address feeds before committing. The city average of 6.1 is workable, but parents willing to plan their address around attendance boundaries can put their children in schools that outperform that baseline by a meaningful margin.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 379 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 313 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 460 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 483 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 462 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,076 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 868 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 20 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Cornerstone Preparatory School
Private
73 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | Corner Stone Preparatory School
Private
79 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | Grace Baptist School
Private
89 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.6 | ||
Schools in Madisonville
Madisonville, Kentucky · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,529
Median Home Value
$151,800
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
27,095
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Community Profile
Madisonville has a median household income of $57,529. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,800, with a median rent of $858/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kentucky
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Madisonville, Kentucky
How many schools are in Madisonville, Kentucky?
Madisonville has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Madisonville is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Madisonville on MySchoolScout is Pride Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Madisonville on MySchoolScout is Pride Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Madisonville on MySchoolScout is James Madison Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Madisonville on MySchoolScout is Madisonville North Hopkins High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Madisonville, Kentucky?
Madisonville is served by 1 school district: Hopkins County.
What is the education level in Madisonville, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Madisonville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The median household income in Madisonville is approximately $57,529 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Madisonville, Kentucky?
Yes, Madisonville has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Cornerstone Preparatory School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Madisonville, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Madisonville is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Madisonville, Kentucky?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.