For the 2023 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,748 students in 42003, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 358 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 42003, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 42003, KY are Reidland Intermediate School, Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School and Paducah Tilghman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42003 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 42003, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 25% (majority Black).
Best 42003, KY Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Reidland Intermediate School
Math: 55% | Reading: 51%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5349 Benton Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4210
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4210
Grades: 4-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2501 Marshall Ave
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4110
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4110
Grades: PK-3
| 462 students
Rank: #33.
Paducah Tilghman High School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2400 Washington St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5650
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5650
Grades: 9-12
| 842 students
Rank: #44.
Reidland Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5741 Benton Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4180
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4180
Grades: PK-3
| 561 students
Rank: #55.
Morgan Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 S 28th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5760
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5760
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: n/an/a
Choices Educational Center
Alternative School
800 Caldwell St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5790
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5790
Grades: K-12
| 65 students
Rank: n/an/a
Paducah Area Technology Center
Vocational School
500 South 25th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-6592
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-6592
Grades: 8-12
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
1350 South 6th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5780
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5780
Grades: PK
| 214 students
42003, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1350 S 6th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
Cumberland Hall Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
425 Berger Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Grades: 1-12
| 17 students
1250 Husbands Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42003, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42003, KY include Reidland Intermediate School, Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School and Paducah Tilghman High School.
How many public schools are located in 42003, KY?
8 public schools are located in 42003, KY.
What percentage of students in 42003, KY go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 42003, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42003, KY?
42003, KY public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 25% (majority Black).
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