Webster County School District
School District · Dixon, Kentucky
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,173
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,173
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Evaluating Webster County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Webster County as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dixon Elementary School
Dixon · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Providence Elementary School
Providence · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Clay Elementary School
Clay · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#117 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,992
$994 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,173 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Webster County ranks #117 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Webster County's schools with real test data average 5.6/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Dixon Elementary School (7.7/10), Providence Elementary School (6.5/10), and Clay Elementary School (6.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Webster County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Providence Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Clay Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Webster County Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Webster County High School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Sebree Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Webster County
Webster County is a Dixon, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools.The district educates 2,173 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1. District-level spending was $12,992 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 5.6/10, Webster County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Dixon Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Webster County students show an average math proficiency of 41.3% and ELA proficiency of 46.6%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Webster County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Webster County with test data.
Schools in Webster County
6 schoolsElementary Schools4
Middle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Dixon
- Total Enrollment
- 2,173
- Teachers (FTE)
- 124
- District spending per student
- $12,992NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 19.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Webster County?
Webster County has 6 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Webster County?
The average composite rating for Webster County is 5.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Webster County?
Webster County's district-level spending was $12,992 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Webster County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Webster County is 17.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Webster County?
Dixon Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Webster County with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Webster County?
Across schools in Webster County with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Webster County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Webster County has an average school rating of 5.6/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.6%
How we rate schools
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Compare Webster County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
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.
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