For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,879 students in 42445, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 42445, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42445, KY are Caldwell County Elementary School, Caldwell County Middle School and Caldwell County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42445 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42445, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42445, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caldwell County Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 Education Dr
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8030
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8030
Gr: 3-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Caldwell County Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
440 Beckner Ln
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8020
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8020
Gr: 6-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Caldwell County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Beckner Ln
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8010
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8010
Gr: 9-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Caldwell County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
130 Vocational School Rd
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-5563
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-5563
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
1000 Marion Rd
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8040
Princeton, KY 42445
(270) 365-8040
Gr: PK-2 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42445, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42445, KY include Caldwell County Elementary School, Caldwell County Middle School and Caldwell County High School.
How many public schools are located in 42445?
5 public schools are located in 42445.
What percentage of students in 42445 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 42445 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42445?
42445 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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