For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 430 students in 42240, KY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 42240, KY is Sinking Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 42240 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42240, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42240, KY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sinking Fork Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5005 Princeton Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7330
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7330
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
42240, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21st Century Academy (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
210 Glass Ave
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7401
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7401
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 60%
814 Belmont St
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7170
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7170
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
313 Blane Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7310
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7310
Gr: PK | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
141 Highland School Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-1270
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-1270
Gr: K-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
3910 Nassau Circle
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7210
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7210
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
12015 Greenville Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7250
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7250
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
313 Morningside Drive
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-1290
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-1290
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
831 North Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7150
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7150
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42240, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42240, KY include Sinking Fork Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42240?
1 public preschools are located in 42240.
What is the racial composition of students in 42240?
42240 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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