For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,255 students in 42301, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in 42301, KY are Tamarack Elementary School, West Louisville Elementary School and Audubon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42301, KY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tamarack Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1733 Tamarack Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7550
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7550
Grades: PK-5
| 542 students
Rank: #22.
West Louisville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8400 Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7650
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7650
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Worthington Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7150
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7150
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sorgho Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5390 Ky Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7470
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7470
Grades: PK-5
| 378 students
Rank: #55.
F T Burns Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4514 Goetz Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7170
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7170
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: n/an/a
1701 West 7th Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1125
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1125
Grades: PK
| 142 students
42301, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2631 South Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students
Valley Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 42301, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 42301, KY include Tamarack Elementary School, West Louisville Elementary School and Audubon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42301?
6 public preschools are located in 42301.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301?
42301 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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