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#659 of 1,284 schools in KY

Murray Preschool Head Start

School · Murray Independent

208 South 13th St, Murray, KY 42071

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Murray. Learn more

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#659 of 1,284

In Murray

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Murray Independent

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Murray Preschool Head Start

Murray Preschool Head Start is a public school in Murray, KY, part of Murray Independent. Murray Preschool Head Start serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Murray Preschool Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 1,284 schools in KY.

How it compares1.9 pts below district

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
District avg 8.1
KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 97 students, Murray Preschool Head Start is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

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Academics8.0Excellent29%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 9 schools in Murray

College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement43%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.0Excellent29%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,699

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Murray Preschool Head Start Compares

See how Murray Preschool Head Start performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.2/10

49th percentile in KY

Academic

8.0/10

Excellent

Environment

9.0/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

78%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

7 teachers

Location

208 South 13th St, Murray, KY 42071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Murray Preschool Head Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. Farmington Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Mayfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Murray Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School (rated 9.0/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Puryear), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murray, see our Murray schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Murray Middle School Murray	0.4 mi	669	9.0
Murray Elementary School Murray	0.5 mi	560	8.7
Murray High School Murray	0.9 mi	586	8.4
Calloway County Day Treatment Murray	1.1 mi	9	—
Calloway County Alternative Program Murray	1.1 mi	100	5.4
Calloway County Preschool Center Murray	1.5 mi	188	4.1
Calloway County High School Murray	1.5 mi	843	6.0
Calloway County Middle School Murray	1.6 mi	637	7.6
North Calloway Elementary School Murray	3.1 mi	572	7.8
Southwest Calloway Elementary School Murray	4.1 mi	433	8.4
East Calloway Elementary School Murray	4.4 mi	309	7.4
HARMONY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murray	8.6 mi	26	—
NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hardin	10.8 mi	125	6.2
Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear	12.2 mi	432	9.0
South Marshall Elementary School Benton	13.0 mi	264	5.1
South Marshall Middle Benton	15.0 mi	457	5.6
Farmington Elementary School Mayfield	13.0 mi	283	9.5
Benton Elementary School Benton	17.5 mi	536	5.5
Jonathan Elementary School Benton	17.3 mi	244	5.5
Purchase Youth Village Benton	17.9 mi	23	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,976

Median Home Value

$188,700

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

30,750

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

33.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Murray Preschool Head Start

What grades does Murray Preschool Head Start serve?

Murray Preschool Head Start serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Murray Preschool Head Start?

Murray Preschool Head Start has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Murray Preschool Head Start?

The student-teacher ratio at Murray Preschool Head Start is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Murray Preschool Head Start rank in KY?

Murray Preschool Head Start ranks #659 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Murray Preschool Head Start's MySchoolScout rating?

Murray Preschool Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Murray Preschool Head Start a charter school?

No, Murray Preschool Head Start is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Murray Preschool Head Start a Title I school?

No, Murray Preschool Head Start is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murray Preschool Head Start?

78.4% of students at Murray Preschool Head Start qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.