For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 789 students in 41240, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in 41240, KY are Paintsville Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 41240 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 41240, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 41240, KY Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paintsville Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Euclid Ave
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Gr: PK-6 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
41240, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Tiger Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 2nd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 41240, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 41240, KY include Paintsville Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 41240?
2 public preschools are located in 41240.
What is the racial composition of students in 41240?
41240 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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