For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,793 students in 42303, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 42303, KY are Country Heights Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Deer Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 42303, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Country Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4961 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2909 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Deer Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4959 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Meadow Lands Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 Hayden Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
East View Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6104 Ky Hwy 405
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1675 Leitchfield Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 42303, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 42303, KY include Country Heights Elementary School, Highland Elementary School and Deer Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 42303?
6 public preschools are located in 42303.
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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