For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,249 students in 42240, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42240, KY are Cumberland Hall School, Millbrooke Elementary School and Sinking Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42240 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42240, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42240, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cumberland Hall School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
270 Walton Way
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 889-2177
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 889-2177
Gr: K-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Millbrooke Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
415 Millbrooke Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7270
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7270
Gr: K-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Sinking Fork Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5005 Princeton Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7330
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7330
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Indian Hills Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
434 Koffman Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7230
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7230
Gr: K-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Christian County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Glass Ave
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7070
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7070
Gr: 6-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Hopkinsville Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14405 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7130
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7130
Gr: 6-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Christian County Public Schools Vla
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Glass Avenue
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7000
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7000
Gr: K-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #88.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 North Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7150
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7150
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Bluegrass Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Lafayette Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7380
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7380
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42240, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42240, KY include Cumberland Hall School, Millbrooke Elementary School and Sinking Fork Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42240?
9 public elementary schools are located in 42240.
What is the racial composition of students in 42240?
42240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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