For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,029 students in 42303, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42303, KY are Newton Parrish Elementary School, Country Heights Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42303, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton Parrish Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Byers Ave
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1100
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1100
Gr: K-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Country Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4961 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2909 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Daviess County Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3901 Fairview Dr
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7600
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Deer Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4959 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Meadow Lands Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 Hayden Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
College View Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5061 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7500
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
East View Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6104 Ky Hwy 405
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #99.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1675 Leitchfield Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy
Alternative School
1622 Southeastern Parkway
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 91 students Minority enrollment: 25%
42303, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Collegiate High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1501 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 42303, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42303, KY include Newton Parrish Elementary School, Country Heights Elementary School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42303?
10 public elementary schools are located in 42303.
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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