Best Schools in Dorton, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Dorton Elementary School
Elementary · Pike County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dorton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dorton Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
100% of schools rated 7+
About Schools in Dorton, Kentucky
Dorton, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Dorton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dorton is Dorton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dorton is served by 1 school district: Pike County. These districts collectively serve 7,719 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 267 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.1 |
Schools in Dorton
Dorton, Kentucky · 1 school
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Common questions about schools in Dorton, Kentucky
How many schools are in Dorton, Kentucky?
Dorton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dorton, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dorton is 8.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Dorton, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Dorton on MySchoolScout is Dorton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dorton, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dorton on MySchoolScout is Dorton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Dorton, Kentucky?
Dorton is served by 1 school district: Pike County.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dorton, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dorton is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dorton, Kentucky?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.