Best 41074 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 811 students in 41074, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 41074, KY are Lincoln Elementary School and Dayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41074 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41074, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 41074, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Fifth Ave
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7492
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Dayton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Greendevil Ln
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 292-7486
Gr: 7-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 41074, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41074, KY include Lincoln Elementary School and Dayton High School.
How many public schools are located in 41074?
2 public schools are located in 41074.
What is the racial composition of students in 41074?
41074 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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