For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,436 students in 40456, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40456, KY are Roundstone Elementary School, Mt. Vernon Elementary School and Rockcastle County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40456 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40456, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40456, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Roundstone Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6701 N Wilderness Rd
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2235
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2235
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #22.
Mt. Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
530 Williams St
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2953
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2953
Grades: PK-5
| 611 students
Rank: #33.
Rockcastle County Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
945 W Main St
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-5118
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-5118
Grades: 6-8
| 581 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40456, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40456, KY include Roundstone Elementary School, Mt. Vernon Elementary School and Rockcastle County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40456?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40456.
What is the racial composition of students in 40456?
40456 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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