For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 583 students in 42408, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42408, KY are Dawson Springs Elementary School and Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 42408 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42408, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42408, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dawson Springs Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
317 Eli St
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-3811
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-3811
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
317 Eli St
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-2957
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-2957
Gr: 6-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Dsisd Virtual Academy
Alternative School
317 Eli Street
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-3811
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-3811
Gr: PK-12
42408, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
317 Eli St
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-2991
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
(270) 797-2991
Gr: 5-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 42408, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 42408, KY include Dawson Springs Elementary School and Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42408?
3 public elementary schools are located in 42408.
What is the racial composition of students in 42408?
42408 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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