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Best 42071 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,966 students in 42071, KY (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 42071, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42071, KY are Murray Elementary School, Southwest Calloway Elementary School and Murray Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42071 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42071, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42071, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murray Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
111 Broach Ave
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-5022
Gr: PK-3 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Calloway Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3426 Wiswell Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7345
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Murray Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
801 Main St
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-5125
Gr: 4-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Murray High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1800 Sycamore St
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-5202
Gr: 9-12 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
North Calloway Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2928 Brinn Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7335
Gr: K-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
East Calloway Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1169 Pottertown Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7325
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
Calloway County Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2003 College Farm Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7318
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #88.
Calloway County High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2108 College Farm Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7375
Gr: 9-12 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #99.
Calloway County Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2112 College Farm Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7355
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Calloway County Preschool Center
2106-a College Farm Rd
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-7410
Gr: PK | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Murray Preschool Head Start
208 South 13th St
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 762-6863
Gr: PK | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Murray/calloway County Area Tech Center
Vocational School
126 Robertson Rd. North
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-1870
Gr: 8-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 42071, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42071, KY include Murray Elementary School, Southwest Calloway Elementary School and Murray Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42071?
13 public schools are located in 42071.
What percentage of students in 42071 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 42071 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42071?
42071 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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