For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,137 students in 40353, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40353, KY are Northview Elementary School, Mapleton Elementary School and Mount Sterling Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40353 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40353, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschool average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40353, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northview Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1040 Maysville Road
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8703
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8703
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Mapleton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
809 Indian Mound Dr
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8752
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8752
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Mount Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6601 Indian Mound Dr
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8730
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8730
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Camargo Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4307 Camargo Rd
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8776
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8776
Gr: PK-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
40353, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hillcrest Hall Treatment Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
209 Davis Rd
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 498-6574
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 498-6574
Gr: 7-12
Montgomery County Central Alternative School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
212 N Maysville Rd
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8750
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8750
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students
212 North Maysville St
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8724
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8724
Gr: PK | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
29 North Maysville
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8703
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
(859) 497-8703
Gr: 5-6 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40353, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40353, KY include Northview Elementary School, Mapleton Elementary School and Mount Sterling Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40353?
4 public preschools are located in 40353.
What is the racial composition of students in 40353?
40353 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public preschools average of 24% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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