For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,791 students in 42303, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in 42303, KY are Highland Elementary School, Country Heights Elementary School and Deer Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 23% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42303, KY Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2909 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #22.
Country Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4961 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Deer Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4959 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #44.
East View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6104 Ky Hwy 405
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Grades: PK-5
| 462 students
Rank: #55.
Meadow Lands Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Hayden Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #66.
Estes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1675 Leitchfield Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Grades: PK-5
| 444 students
42303, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Collegiate High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1501 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 42303, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 42303, KY include Highland Elementary School, Country Heights Elementary School and Deer Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42303?
6 public preschools are located in 42303.
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 23% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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