Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt Vernon Elementary serves the southeast part of its school district in Mount Vernon, KY, covering an area of approximately 178.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Vernon Elementary School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Vernon Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#743 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Mt. Vernon Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Vernon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brodhead Elementary School, Roundstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
597 students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mt. Vernon Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt. Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt. Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is part of Rockcastle County School District.
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