For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,308 students in 42409, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42409, KY are Dixon Elementary School, Webster County Middle School and Webster County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42409 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42409, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42409, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
277 State Rt 1340
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9080
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9080
Grades: K-6
| 299 students
Rank: #22.
Webster County Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1928 Us Hwy 41a South
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9496
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9496
Grades: 7-8
| 341 students
Rank: #33.
Webster County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1922 Us Hwy 41a S
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5092
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5092
Grades: 9-12
| 668 students
Rank: n/an/a
Webster County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
325 State Rt. 1340
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5035
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5035
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
42409, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Webster County Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
Po Box 230
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-0202
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-0202
Grades: 8-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42409, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42409, KY include Dixon Elementary School, Webster County Middle School and Webster County High School.
How many public schools are located in 42409?
4 public schools are located in 42409.
What is the racial composition of students in 42409?
42409 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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