For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 402 students in 40831, KY.
The top ranked public preschool in 40831, KY is James A. Cawood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40831 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40831, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40831, KY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James A. Cawood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
304 Surgener St
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8714
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8714
Gr: PK | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 119:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
40831, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 40831, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 40831, KY include James A. Cawood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40831?
2 public preschools are located in 40831.
What is the racial composition of students in 40831?
40831 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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