Top 5 Best 42301 Kentucky Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,112 students in 42301, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY are The Center For Academic Improvement, Emerson Academy and Owensboro Innovation Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42301 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Apollo High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 25% (majority Black).

Best 42301, KY Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
The Center For Academic Improvement
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3361 Buckland Square
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Grades: 6-12
| 21 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Emerson Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1335 W 11th Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1087
Grades: 9-12
| 61 students
Rank: #33.
Owensboro Innovation Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2631 S Griffith Avenue
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Owensboro High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1800 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1110
Grades: 9-12
| 1,312 students
Rank: #55.
Apollo High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2280 Tamarack Road
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,444 students
Rank: #66.
Heritage Park High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3361 Buckland Square
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 259 students
Rank: n/an/a
Valley High School
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Dr.
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42301 Kentucky

42301, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2631 South Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42301, KY include The Center For Academic Improvement, Emerson Academy and Owensboro Innovation Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 42301, KY?
7 public high schools are located in 42301, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301, KY?
42301, KY public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 25% (majority Black).

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