For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 684 students in 42024, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42024, KY are Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42024 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42024, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42024, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard County Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Ballard County Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 42024, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42024, KY include Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42024?
2 public elementary schools are located in 42024.
What is the racial composition of students in 42024?
42024 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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