Schools near ZIP 40456

4 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Mount Vernon

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Mt. Vernon Elementary
Grades PK–5 · Rockcastle County
1.3 mi
36%
−7 vs state
53%
+3 vs state
33%
−7 vs state
14% Average of math, English and science: 30% in 2022-23 → 44% in 2025-26 66% 34% 597 White 94%
Rockcastle County Middle School
Grades 6–8 · Rockcastle County
2.1 mi
34%
−6 vs state
46%
−2 vs state
30%
+2 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 38% in 2022-23 → 40% in 2025-26 60% 19% 600 White 94%
Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement
Grades 7–12 Alternative · Rockcastle County
2.1 mi
0%
−38 vs state · 2014-15
— — Not enough years of data 74% 24% 39 White 97%
Rockcastle County High School
Grades 9–12 · Rockcastle County
2.5 mi
40%
±0 vs state
62%
+13 vs state
22%
−1 vs state
22% Average of math, English and science: 29% in 2022-23 → 51% in 2025-26 61% 15% 796 White 94%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).