Best Public Schools in Zip Code 42544


Summary:

The 42544 zip code is home to a single elementary school, Nancy Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 317 students. As part of the Pulaski County school district, Nancy Elementary has seen its statewide ranking improve over the past 3 years, moving from #233 in 2021-2022 to #181 in 2023-2024 (out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools).

Nancy Elementary generally performs above the state average on KSA (Kentucky Summative Assessment) tests, with its strongest performance in 3rd grade reading (73% proficient or better) and 5th grade social studies (73% proficient or better), both of which exceed the Pulaski County and state averages. However, the school's 4th grade science scores (24% proficient or better) lag behind the county and state. With 75.39% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Nancy Elementary serves a population with significant economic challenges, making its academic performance even more impressive.

Overall, Nancy Elementary School appears to be a standout school within its local context, with a track record of strong academic performance and a commitment to serving a disadvantaged student population. The school's improving statewide ranking suggests it is moving in a positive direction and may be worth further investigation to understand the factors contributing to its success.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

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