For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,266 students in 42001, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42001, KY are Lone Oak Elementary School, Concord Elementary School and Lone Oak Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42001 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42001, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42001, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lone Oak Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 Cumberland Ave
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4120
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4120
Gr: PK-3 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Concord Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5184 Hinkleville Rd
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4050
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4050
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Lone Oak Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 John E. Robinson Ave
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4130
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4130
Gr: 6-8 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Reidland Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5351 Benton Rd
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4190
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Lone Oak Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 John E. Robinson Avenue
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4160
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4160
Gr: 4-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Mccracken Regional School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 County Park Rd
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 575-7127
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 575-7127
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3401 Buckner Lane
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5730
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5730
Gr: K-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Paducah Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
342 Lone Oak Rd
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5710
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5710
Gr: 6-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Mcnabb Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Park Ave
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5750
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 444-5750
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
42001, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 John East Robinson Ave
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4150
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4150
Gr: 9-12 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 42001, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42001, KY include Lone Oak Elementary School, Concord Elementary School and Lone Oak Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42001?
9 public elementary schools are located in 42001.
What is the racial composition of students in 42001?
42001 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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