For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 845 students in 42071, KY.
The top ranked public preschool in 42071, KY is Murray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42071 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42071, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42071, KY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murray Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
111 Broach Ave
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-5022
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-5022
Gr: PK-3 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
2106-a College Farm Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7410
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7410
Gr: PK | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
208 South 13th St
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-6863
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-6863
Gr: PK | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
42071, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Murray State University
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 809-4633
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 809-4633
Gr: PK | 34 students Minority enrollment: 38%
227 North Lp Miller St
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 767-9229
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 767-9229
Gr: PK | 35 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 42071, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 42071, KY include Murray Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42071?
3 public preschools are located in 42071.
What is the racial composition of students in 42071?
42071 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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