Best Public Schools in Zip Code 42749


Summary:

The 42749 zip code area is home to 3 public schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school - that are part of the Hart County and Caverna Independent school districts. While Legrande Elementary School appears to be the strongest performer, the overall academic performance of schools in this area is concerning, with low proficiency rates across multiple subjects and grade levels.

None of the schools in the 42749 zip code area stand out as clear academic leaders. Legrande Elementary School has the highest performance, but it is still ranked in the bottom half of Kentucky elementary schools and has a low 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Caverna High School and Caverna Middle School are among the lowest-performing schools in the state, ranking in the bottom 20% of their respective school types and earning 0 or 1-star ratings.

The data suggests significant challenges in academic performance across the schools in the 42749 zip code area. Proficiency rates in core subjects like mathematics and reading are consistently low, often falling well below state averages. Additionally, the schools serve a population with high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. While the schools have higher-than-average spending per student, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and continuous improvement efforts to address the academic deficiencies and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all learners in this 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.

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