For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 613 students in 42050, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42050, KY are Fulton County High School, Fulton County Middle School and Fulton County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42050 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42050, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42050, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton County High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2740 Moscow Ave
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-3904
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-3904
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Fulton County Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2750 Moscow Ave
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-2070
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-2070
Gr: 6-8 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Fulton County Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2750 Moscow Ave
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-3923
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-3923
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Four Rivers Career Academy
Vocational School
2720 Moscow Ave
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-2517
Hickman, KY 42050
(270) 236-2517
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42050, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42050, KY include Fulton County High School, Fulton County Middle School and Fulton County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42050?
4 public schools are located in 42050.
What is the racial composition of students in 42050?
42050 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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