For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,464 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 30% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40456, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40456, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roundstone Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6701 N Wilderness Rd
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2235
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:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
530 Williams St
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2953
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-2953
Gr: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Rockcastle County Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
945 W Main St
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-5118
Mount Vernon, KY 40456
(606) 256-5118
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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