For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,130 students in Mount Washington, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Mount Washington, KY are Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Eastside Middle School and Old Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Washington, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Mount Washington have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mount Washington, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6415 Hwy 44 E
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3400
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Eastside Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6925 Hwy 44e
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-5000
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Old Mill Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
199 Golden Wing Rd
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3200
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Spring Meadows
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 Hope St
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 538-1200
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 538-1200
Gr: 5-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Mt. Washington Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9234 Hwy 44 E
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3000
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Crossroads Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
156 Erin Circle
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-7400
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
Bullitt East High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11450 Hwy 44e
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-6400
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,664 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #88.
Mt. Washington Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
269 Water St
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-5200
Mount Washington, KY 40047
(502) 869-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mount Washington, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Mount Washington, KY include Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Eastside Middle School and Old Mill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Washington?
8 public schools are located in Mount Washington.
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Washington?
Mount Washington public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mount Washington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mount Washington include: Mt. Washington Middle School vs. Eastside Middle School, Crossroads Elementary School vs. Mt. Washington Elementary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School vs. Mt. Washington Elementary School
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.