For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 402 students in Harlan, KY.
The top ranked public preschool in Harlan, KY is James A. Cawood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harlan, KY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Harlan have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Harlan, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James A. Cawood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
Harlan, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Grades: 9-12
| 668 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Harlan, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in Harlan, KY include James A. Cawood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Harlan?
2 public preschools are located in Harlan.
What is the racial composition of students in Harlan?
Harlan public preschools minority enrollment is 4% 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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