For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,190 students in 40342, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40342, KY are Robert B. Turner Elementary School, Emma B. Ward Elementary School and Anderson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40342 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40342, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40342, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert B. Turner Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1411 Fox Creek Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-2500
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-2500
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Emma B. Ward Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1150 Bypass N
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-4236
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-4236
Gr: 1-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Anderson County Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Mustang Trail
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-9261
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-9261
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Saffell Street Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Saffell St
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-3565
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-3565
Gr: 1-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
40342, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Apex Academy (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1 Bearcat Drive
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-5118
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-5118
Gr: 6-12
3905 Halls Hill Rd.
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 241-3514
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 241-3514
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40342, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40342, KY include Robert B. Turner Elementary School, Emma B. Ward Elementary School and Anderson County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40342?
4 public elementary schools are located in 40342.
What is the racial composition of students in 40342?
40342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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