For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,780 students in 42303, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42303, KY are Daviess County Middle School, Owensboro Day Treatment and College View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42303 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42303, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42303, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Daviess County Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3901 Fairview Dr
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7600
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
College View Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5061 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7500
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 852-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 middle schools in 42303, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42303, KY include Daviess County Middle School, Owensboro Day Treatment and College View Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42303?
4 public middle schools are located in 42303.
What is the racial composition of students in 42303?
42303 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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