For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 380 students in 40489, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40489, KY are Highland Elementary School and Waynesburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40489 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40489, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40489, KY Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 Tick Ridge Rd
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 365-2768
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 365-2768
Gr: PK-5 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Waynesburg Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
345 Us Hwy 328 W
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 379-6413
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 379-6413
Gr: PK-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
40489, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11650 Us Hwy 1247
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 365-7018
Waynesburg, KY 40489
(606) 365-7018
Gr: PK-6 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40489, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40489, KY include Highland Elementary School and Waynesburg Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40489?
2 public preschools are located in 40489.
What is the racial composition of students in 40489?
40489 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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