For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 285 students in 42450, KY.
The top ranked public school in 42450, KY is Providence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 42450 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42450, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42450, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
470 S Broadway
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Grades: PK-6
| 285 students
42450, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
470 S Broadway
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Grades: PK-8
| 267 students
301 Cedar St
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7065
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7065
Grades: 9-12
| 116 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42450, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42450, KY include Providence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42450?
1 public schools are located in 42450.
What is the racial composition of students in 42450?
42450 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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