For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 556 students in 42442, KY.
The top ranked public preschool in 42442, KY is Southside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 42442 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42442, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42442, KY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9220 Hopkinsville Rd
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6143
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6143
Grades: PK-5
| 556 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 42442, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 42442, KY include Southside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42442?
1 public preschools are located in 42442.
What is the racial composition of students in 42442?
42442 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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