DAWSON SPRINGS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

Dawson Springs Jr/Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Dawson Springs Independent school district, located in Dawson Spgs, KY with about 311 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Dawson Springs Jr/Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dawson Springs Jr/Sr High School, located in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary education institution for its community. As a combined junior and senior high school, it provides a unified academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12. The school is a central pillar of the local district, focusing on preparing students for post-secondary success through a standard curriculum, extracurricular activities, and community-focused initiatives.

In recent years, the school and the surrounding community have garnered significant national attention due to their resilience following the catastrophic December 2021 tornadoes that devastated much of the town. The school has served as a symbol of hope and recovery, with students, faculty, and administrators working closely to maintain educational continuity and foster a supportive environment during the rebuilding process. The institution remains deeply committed to the well-being of its student body, emphasizing perseverance and community strength as core values of the school culture.

For more information, contact Dawson Springs Jr/Sr High School at (270) 797-2957 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.