Best 40456 Kentucky Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 864 students in 40456, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40456, KY are Roundstone Elementary School and Mt. Vernon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40456 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40456, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 40456, KY Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roundstone Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6701 N Wilderness Rd
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2235
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
530 Williams St
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2953
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40456, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40456, KY include Roundstone Elementary School and Mt. Vernon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40456?
2 public preschools are located in 40456.
What is the racial composition of students in 40456?
40456 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Links