For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 902 students in 42442, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42442, KY are Southside Elementary School and South Hopkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42442 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42442, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42442, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9220 Hopkinsville Rd
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6143
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6143
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
South Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9140 Hopkinsville Rd
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6125
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6125
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42442, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42442, KY include Southside Elementary School and South Hopkins Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42442?
2 public elementary schools are located in 42442.
What is the racial composition of students in 42442?
42442 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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