Summary:
The 41472 zip code area in Morgan County, Kentucky is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all part of the Morgan County school district. While the district is ranked 53 out of 157 in the state, the schools in this area show a wide range of performance, with some standouts and others facing challenges.
East Valley Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Kentucky, with a 4-star rating in 2024-2025 and a 5-star rating in 2023-2024. It boasts strong test scores, with over 60% of students proficient or better in math and reading, and a low student-teacher ratio of 10.4. In contrast, Morgan Central Elementary School lags behind in performance. The middle and high schools in the area also face challenges, with generally lower test scores compared to the state average.
The schools in the 41472 zip code area serve a high-poverty population, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 66.23% at Morgan County High School to 89.66% at Woodsbend Youth Development Center. This economic challenge may contribute to the variation in academic performance across the schools. Additionally, all schools in the area face high rates of chronic absenteeism, an issue that requires further attention and intervention.
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