For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 915 students in 42003, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42003, KY are Paducah Tilghman High School and Choices Educational Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42003 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42003, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42003 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paducah Tilghman High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best 42003, KY Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paducah Tilghman High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Washington St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5650
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5650
Grades: 9-12
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
Choices Educational Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Caldwell St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5790
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5790
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Rank: n/an/a
Paducah Area Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
500 South 25th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-6592
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-6592
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
42003, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1350 S 6th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
Cumberland Hall Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
425 Berger Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Grades: 1-12
| 17 students
1250 Husbands Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42003, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42003, KY include Paducah Tilghman High School and Choices Educational Center.
How many public high schools are located in 42003?
3 public high schools are located in 42003.
What is the racial composition of students in 42003?
42003 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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