For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 973 students in 42038, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42038, KY are Lyon County Middle School, Lyon County Elementary School and Lyon County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42038 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42038, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42038, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyon County Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 W. Fairview Avenue
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Gr: 6-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Lyon County Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Fairview Ave
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Lyon County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 Fairview Ave
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9715
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Eddyville Education Center
Vocational School
266 Water St
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-2211
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-2211
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Western Ky Education Center
Vocational School
374 New Bethel Church Rd
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9781
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9781
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42038, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42038, KY include Lyon County Middle School, Lyon County Elementary School and Lyon County High School.
How many public schools are located in 42038?
5 public schools are located in 42038.
What is the racial composition of students in 42038?
42038 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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