For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 586 students in 40509, KY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 40509, KY is Brenda Cowan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 40509 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40509, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40509, KY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brenda Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4801 Athens-boonesboro Road
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
40509, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Able (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
701 E. Main St.
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4000
Gr: K-5
Martin Luther King Credit Recovery High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2200 Liberty Rd
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4040
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 91 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40509, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40509, KY include Brenda Cowan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40509?
1 public preschools are located in 40509.
What is the racial composition of students in 40509?
40509 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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