For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,013 students in 42001, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42001, KY are Reidland Middle School, Mccracken Regional School and Paducah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42001 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42001, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42001, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
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 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
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 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 42001, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42001, KY include Reidland Middle School, Mccracken Regional School and Paducah Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42001?
3 public middle schools are located in 42001.
What is the racial composition of students in 42001?
42001 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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