For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,037 students in 42167, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42167, KY are Tompkinsville Elementary School, Joe Harrison Carter and Monroe Co Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42167 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42167, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42167, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tompkinsville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
420 Elementary School Rd
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-6472
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-6472
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
Rank: #22.
Joe Harrison Carter
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3888 Edmonton Rd
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-5621
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-5621
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #33.
Monroe Co Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 South Main
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-9624
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-9624
Grades: 6-8
| 380 students
42167, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Falcon Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
410 West Fourth St
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-6181
Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-6181
Grades: 8-12
| 17 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 42167, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42167, KY include Tompkinsville Elementary School, Joe Harrison Carter and Monroe Co Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42167?
3 public elementary schools are located in 42167.
What is the racial composition of students in 42167?
42167 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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