For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,198 students in 42276, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42276, KY are Chandlers Elementary School, Russellville Middle School and R E Stevenson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42276 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42276, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42276, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chandlers Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Morgantown Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 W. 9th Street
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Gr: 6-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
R E Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Main St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Gr: K-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
The Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Bowling Green Road
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Gr: 6-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42276, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42276, KY include Chandlers Elementary School, Russellville Middle School and R E Stevenson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42276?
4 public elementary schools are located in 42276.
What is the racial composition of students in 42276?
42276 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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