For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,181 students in 40962, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40962, KY are Burning Springs Elementary School, Manchester Elementary School and Hacker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40962 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40962, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40962, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burning Springs Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9847 N Hwy 421
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3138
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3138
Gr: PK-6 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1908 N Hwy 421
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3444
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3444
Gr: PK-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Hacker Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
84 Hooker Rd
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3338
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3338
Gr: PK-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
Goose Rock Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
364 Hwy 1524
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3740
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3740
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40962, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40962, KY include Burning Springs Elementary School, Manchester Elementary School and Hacker Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40962?
4 public preschools are located in 40962.
What is the racial composition of students in 40962?
40962 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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