For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 293 students in 42038, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 42038, KY is Lyon County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 42038 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42038, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42038 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lyon County High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42038, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyon County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 Fairview Ave
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42038, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42038, KY include Lyon County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42038?
1 public high schools are located in 42038.
What is the racial composition of students in 42038?
42038 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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