For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,273 students in 40517, KY.
The top ranked public preschools in 40517, KY are Lansdowne Elementary School, Tates Creek Elementary School and Millcreek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40517 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40517, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40517, KY Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lansdowne Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
336 Redding Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3500
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 591 students
Rank: #22.
Tates Creek Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1113 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3606
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3606
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
Rank: #33.
Millcreek Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Reva Ridge Way
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3527
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3527
Grades: PK-5
| 531 students
Rank: #44.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 Wilson Downing Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3589
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3589
Grades: PK-5
| 490 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 40517, KY?
The top ranked public preschools in 40517, KY include Lansdowne Elementary School, Tates Creek Elementary School and Millcreek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40517?
4 public preschools are located in 40517.
What is the racial composition of students in 40517?
40517 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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