For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,839 students in 42303, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42303, KY are Owensboro Day Treatment and Daviess County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42303 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Daviess County High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42303, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Owensboro Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3108 Fairview Drive
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 687-7247
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 687-7247
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Daviess County High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4255 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7300
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,750 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy
Alternative School
1622 Southeastern Parkway
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 75:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42303, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42303, KY include Owensboro Day Treatment and Daviess County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42303?
3 public high schools are located in 42303.
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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