For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 267 students in Dorton, KY.
The top ranked public elementary school in Dorton, KY is Dorton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dorton, KY public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dorton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Dorton, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dorton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
217 Dorton Jenkins Highway
Dorton, KY 41520
(606) 639-2832
Dorton, KY 41520
(606) 639-2832
Grades: PK-8
| 267 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dorton, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dorton, KY include Dorton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dorton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Dorton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dorton?
Dorton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% 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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