For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 342 students in Dawson Springs, KY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Dawson Springs, KY is Dawson Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dawson Springs, KY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Dawson Springs have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Dawson Springs, KY (2026)
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 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dawson Springs, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dawson Springs, KY include Dawson Springs Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dawson Springs?
2 public preschools are located in Dawson Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Dawson Springs?
Dawson Springs public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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