Serving 270 students in grades 6-12, Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A Tradition of Success
School Rankings
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School is ranked #674 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Madison Middle School, Browning Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School?
270 students attend Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School?
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School offer ?
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School part of?
Dawson Springs Jr/sr High School is part of Dawson Springs Independent School District.
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