Best Schools in Neon, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Fleming Neon Middle School
Middle · Letcher County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$56,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$56,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Neon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fleming Neon Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $56,786
- Median home value
- $56,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Neon compares
Median household income
$57k
96% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Neon, Kentucky
Neon, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Neon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Neon is Fleming Neon Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Neon is served by 1 school district: Letcher County. These districts collectively serve 2,467 students.
Neon's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,786. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 137 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
Schools in Neon
Neon, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,786
Median Home Value
$56,400
Median Rent
$679/mo
Population
1,064
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Neon has a median household income of $56,786. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $56,400, with a median rent of $679/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Neon, Kentucky
How many schools are in Neon, Kentucky?
Neon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Neon, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Neon is 6.1 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 Neon, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Neon on MySchoolScout is Fleming Neon Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Neon, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Neon on MySchoolScout is Fleming Neon Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Neon, Kentucky?
Neon is served by 1 school district: Letcher County.
What is the education level in Neon, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Neon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Neon, Kentucky?
The median household income in Neon is approximately $56,786 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Neon, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Neon is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Neon, 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.
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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.