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Best 42003 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,771 students in 42003, KY (there are , serving 716 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 42003, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42003, KY are Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School, Reidland Elementary School and Morgan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42003 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42003, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42003, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2501 Marshall Ave
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4110
Gr: PK-3 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Reidland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5741 Benton Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4180
Gr: PK-3 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2200 S 28th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5760
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Reidland Intermediate School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5349 Benton Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4210
Gr: 4-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Paducah Tilghman High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 Washington St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5650
Gr: 9-12 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Choices Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
800 Caldwell St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5790
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Paducah Area Technology Center
Vocational School
500 South 25th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-6592
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Paducah Head Start Preschool
1350 South 6th Street
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5780
Gr: PK | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42003 Kentucky

42003, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cooper Whiteside Elementary School (Closed 2008)
1350 S 6th St
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 444-5740
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Cumberland Hall Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
425 Berger Road
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 442-0537
Gr: 1-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Farley Elementary School (Closed 2016)
1250 Husbands Rd
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 42003, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42003, KY include Hendron Lone Oak Elementary School, Reidland Elementary School and Morgan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42003?
8 public schools are located in 42003.
What percentage of students in 42003 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 42003 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42003?
42003 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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