Best Public Schools in Zip Code 42038


Summary:

The 42038 zip code area is home to three schools - one elementary, one middle, and one high school - all part of the Lyon County school district. While the schools generally perform well, with the Lyon County Middle School standing out as a top-ranked institution in the state, there are some areas for improvement, such as addressing high chronic absenteeism rates across all three schools.

The standout school in this data set is Lyon County Middle School, which has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in Kentucky and earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores, particularly in mathematics and reading, are significantly above the state averages. Lyon County High School also performs well, with a 4-star rating and strong graduation and dropout rates, though its test scores are more mixed. Lyon County Elementary School has a more average performance, with a 3-4 star rating and test scores generally in line with or slightly above the state averages.

Across the three schools, key metrics and statistics stand out, such as the high test scores at Lyon County Middle School, the strong graduation and dropout rates at Lyon County High School, and the significant populations of students from low-income families at all three schools. While the Lyon County school district appears to be performing well overall, addressing the high chronic absenteeism rates could be an area of focus for the district to further enhance educational outcomes for all students in the 42038 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.

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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