For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 994 students in 42129, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42129, KY are Metcalfe County Elementary School and Metcalfe County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42129 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42129, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42129, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metcalfe County Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
703 W. Stockton Street
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Metcalfe County Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
208 Randolph Street Lot 1
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-3359
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-3359
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
42129, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
104 Hornet Ave
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
102 Hornet Ave
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-0045
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-0045
Gr: 6 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
206 Education Way
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Metcalfe County Virtual School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
102 Hornet Circle
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 432-2051
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
1815 North Metcalfe School Ro
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 565-3215
Edmonton, KY 42129
(270) 565-3215
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42129, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42129, KY include Metcalfe County Elementary School and Metcalfe County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42129?
2 public elementary schools are located in 42129.
What is the racial composition of students in 42129?
42129 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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