For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 3,354 students in Independence, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in Independence, KY are Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Summit View Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, KY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Independence have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Independence, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kenton Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11246 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #22.
White's Tower Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2977 Harris Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #33.
Summit View Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5006 Madison Pike
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Grades: PK-8
| 1,343 students
Rank: #44.
Beechgrove Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1029 Bristow Rd
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Independence, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5006 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 743 students
5002 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Independence, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in Independence, KY include Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Summit View Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Independence?
4 public preschools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Independence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Independence include: White's Tower Elementary School vs. Kenton Elementary School, Kenton Elementary School vs. White's Tower Elementary School, Summit View Academy vs. Beechgrove Elementary School
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