For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,451 students in 40444, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40444, KY are Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School, Lancaster Elementary School and Garrard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40444 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40444, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40444, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
279 North Camp Dick Rd
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-6136
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-6136
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Lancaster Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Lexington St
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-3047
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-3047
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Garrard Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
304 W Maple Ave
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-2108
Lancaster, KY 40444
(859) 792-2108
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40444, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40444, KY include Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School, Lancaster Elementary School and Garrard Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40444?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40444.
What is the racial composition of students in 40444?
40444 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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