For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 969 students in 42503, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42503, KY are Shopville Elementary School and Northern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42503, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shopville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10 Shopville Rd.
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 274-4411
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 274-4411
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Northern Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6155 Hwy 39
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 423-1040
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 423-1040
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
222 Langdon St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-4100
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-4100
Gr: PK-K | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 262:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42503, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42503, KY include Shopville Elementary School and Northern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42503?
3 public preschools are located in 42503.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503?
42503 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% 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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