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Best 42301 Kentucky Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,255 students in 42301, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY are Tamarack Elementary School, Sorgho Elementary School and F T Burns Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 42301, KY Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tamarack Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1733 Tamarack Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7550
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Sorgho Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5390 Ky Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
F T Burns Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4514 Goetz Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7170
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
300 Worthington Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7150
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
West Louisville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
8400 Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Hager Preschool
1701 West 7th Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1125
Gr: PK | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42301 Kentucky

42301, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Owensboro 5-6 Elementary Center (Closed 2011)
2631 South Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Gr: 5-6
Valley Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Valley High School (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Dr.
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY include Tamarack Elementary School, Sorgho Elementary School and F T Burns Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42301?
6 public preschools are located in 42301.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301?
42301 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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