For the 2026 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 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42409, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
277 State Rt 1340
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9080
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-9080
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Webster County Middle School
(Math: 34% | 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
Gr: 7-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Webster County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1922 Us Hwy 41a S
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5092
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-5092
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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
Gr: 8-12
42409, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Webster County Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
Po Box 230
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-0202
Dixon, KY 42409
(270) 639-0202
Gr: 8-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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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