Murray Preschool Head Start serves 105 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Attendance Zone: Murray Preschool Head Start's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Murray, KY, covering approximately 5.3 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray Preschool Head Start's student population of 105 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Murray Preschool Head Start is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
11%
11%
White
53%
71%
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Murray Preschool Head Start?
105 students attend Murray Preschool Head Start.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Murray Preschool Head Start students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray Preschool Head Start?
Murray Preschool Head Start has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Murray Preschool Head Start offer ?
Murray Preschool Head Start offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Murray Preschool Head Start part of?
Murray Preschool Head Start is part of Murray Independent School District.
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