Best Public Schools in Zip Code 42408


Summary:

The 42408 zip code area is home to two schools - Dawson Springs Elementary and Dawson Springs Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Dawson Springs Independent district. While the junior/senior high school is a standout performer, ranking 13th out of 290 Kentucky high schools and consistently earning high statewide ratings, the elementary school appears to struggle, with lower test scores and proficiency rates compared to state averages.

Dawson Springs Junior/Senior High School boasts an impressive 97.1% four-year graduation rate and outperforms the state and district on several key test score metrics, including ACT English, Math, and Reading, as well as KSA Mathematics and Reading. In contrast, Dawson Springs Elementary lags behind, with proficiency rates typically 10-25 percentage points lower than state averages across various subjects and grade levels.

The data suggests that factors such as the higher free/reduced lunch rate at the elementary school may contribute to the performance gap between the two schools, though funding levels are relatively similar. This highlights the need for targeted interventions and support at the elementary level to help improve student outcomes and better prepare them for success in the higher grades. Overall, the analysis points to a stark difference in academic achievement between the two schools within the 42408 zip code area.








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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.

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