For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,031 students in 42642, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42642, KY are Russell Springs Elementary School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42642 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42642, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42642, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russell Springs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1554 N Hwy 127
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3587
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3587
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1409 S Hwy 76
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6197
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6197
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42642, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42642, KY include Russell Springs Elementary School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42642?
2 public preschools are located in 42642.
What is the racial composition of students in 42642?
42642 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).