For the 2026 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 (2026)
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%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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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