For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,147 students in 42001, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in 42001, KY are Lone Oak Elementary School and Concord Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42001 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42001, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42001, KY Public Preschools (2025-26)
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%
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 preschools in 42001, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 42001, KY include Lone Oak Elementary School and Concord Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42001?
2 public preschools are located in 42001.
What is the racial composition of students in 42001?
42001 public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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