For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,773 students in 42141, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 131 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 42141, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42141, KY are North Jackson Elementary School, Temple Hill Elementary School and South Green Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42141 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42141, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42141, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2002 North Jackson Highway
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-2300
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-2300
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Temple Hill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8788 Tompkinsville Rd
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 427-2611
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 427-2611
Gr: PK-6 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
South Green Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 James T Rogers Dr
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3806
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3806
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Red Cross Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
215 Parkview Dr
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 659-2400
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 659-2400
Gr: PK-6 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Barren County Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
555 Trojan Trail
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-4909
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-4909
Gr: 7-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
164 Scottie Drive
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 659-0432
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 659-0432
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Hiseville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
149 Cardinal Blvd
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 453-2611
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 453-2611
Gr: PK-6 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4601 New Salem Rd
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 678-2722
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 678-2722
Gr: PK-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Glasgow High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Columbia Ave
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1010.
Glasgow Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
105 Scottie Dr
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2256
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2256
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1111.
Barren County High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
507 Trojan Trail
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-6315
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-6315
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1212.
College Street Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
304 E College Street
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-6554
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-6554
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1313.
Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Columbia Ave
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 64:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Barren County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
491 Trojan Tr
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2196
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2196
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Bowling Green Technical - Glasgow
Vocational School
129 State Avenue
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-5673
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-5673
Gr: Inquire with school
42141, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Happy Valley Learning Center (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
629 W Cherry St
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3804
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3804
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42141, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42141, KY include North Jackson Elementary School, Temple Hill Elementary School and South Green Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42141?
17 public schools are located in 42141.
What percentage of students in 42141 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 42141 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42141?
42141 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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