For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,192 students in 42301, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY are Tamarack Elementary School, Sorgho Elementary School and F T Burns Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42301, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tamarack Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1733 Tamarack Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7550
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7550
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Sorgho Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5390 Ky Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7470
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
F T Burns Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4514 Goetz Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7170
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7170
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Worthington Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7150
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7150
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
West Louisville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8400 Hwy 56
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7650
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7650
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
1701 West 7th Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1125
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1125
Gr: PK | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42301, KY include Tamarack Elementary School, Sorgho Elementary School and F T Burns Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42301?
6 public preschools are located in 42301.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301?
42301 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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