Daviess County High School

Daviess County High School serves 1,694 students in grades 9-12 in Owensboro, Kentucky, making it one of the larger high schools in the region. With 90 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for reasonably sized classes and individualized attention. Academically, the school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks 505th out of 1,288 Kentucky high schools, placing it in the 61st percentile statewide.

Students demonstrate solid reading skills with 52% achieving proficiency or above in ELA, while mathematics shows room for growth with 42% reaching proficient levels. The school's academic score of 7.3 out of 10 reflects consistent performance across subject areas. The school draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income is $61,777 and median home values reach $165,600.

About one in four residents holds a bachelor's degree or higher, contributing to a community that values education. With a poverty rate of 15.5%, the school serves families from diverse economic backgrounds. Located on New Hartford Road in a small suburban setting, Daviess County High School sits within a growing community of over 41,000 residents, providing students with both small-town familiarity and access to broader opportunities in the Owensboro area.