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Best 42303 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,868 students in 42303, KY (there are 2 private schools, serving 362 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 42303, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42303, KY are Newton Parrish Elementary School, Country Heights Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42303, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton Parrish Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
510 Byers Ave
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1100
Gr: K-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Country Heights Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4961 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7250
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2909 Kentucky 54
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7370
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Daviess County Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3901 Fairview Dr
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Owensboro Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3108 Fairview Drive
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 687-7247
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Daviess County High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4255 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,750 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Deer Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4959 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7270
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #88.
Meadow Lands Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3500 Hayden Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #99.
College View Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5061 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #1010.
East View Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6104 Ky Hwy 405
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7350
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #1111.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1675 Leitchfield Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-1030
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Kentucky Tech - Daviess County Campus
Vocational School
1901 Southeastern Pkwy
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 687-7260
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy
Alternative School
1622 Southeastern Parkway
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 75:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 42303, KY?
How many public schools are located in 42303?
13 public schools are located in 42303.
What percentage of students in 42303 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 42303 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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