For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,799 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42303, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 14 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 1,694 students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy
Alternative School
1622 Southeastern Parkway
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7000
Grades: 6-12
| 91 students
42303, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Collegiate High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1501 Frederica St
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 686-4400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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