For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,296 students in 42003, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42003, KY are Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School and Reidland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42003 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42003, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42003, KY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2501 Marshall Ave
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4110
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4110
Gr: PK-3 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Reidland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5741 Benton Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4180
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4180
Gr: PK-3 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
1350 South 6th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5780
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5780
Gr: PK | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
42003, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1350 S 6th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Cumberland Hall Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
425 Berger Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 6%
1250 Husbands Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42003, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42003, KY include Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School and Reidland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42003?
3 public preschools are located in 42003.
What is the racial composition of students in 42003?
42003 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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