Daviess County


Summary:

The Daviess County school district in Kentucky consists of 22 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools. The district serves a diverse student population and has a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools based on key metrics such as graduation rates, test scores, and spending per student.

Among the standout schools in the district is Daviess County High School, which ranks among the top 42 high schools in Kentucky and has consistently maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This school boasts an impressive 98.4% four-year graduation rate and strong test scores, outperforming the county and state averages in several subject areas. Another high-performing school is Tamarack Elementary School, which ranks 27th out of 685 elementary schools in Kentucky and has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, with exceptional performance in mathematics and reading.

In contrast, some schools in the Daviess County district struggle with lower academic performance, such as Heritage Park High School and Virtual Academy, which have lower graduation rates and much lower proficiency rates in core subjects compared to the top-performing schools. The data also reveals disparities in spending per student, with some schools spending significantly more than others, but this does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes.

District Detail

 1622 Southeastern Parkway
Owensboro, KY 42303

 (270) 852-7000

SchoolDigger Rank:
61st of 159 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 13
Middle Schools: 3
High Schools: 7
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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