Rockcastle County School District
School District · Mount Vernon, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,041
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,041
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Evaluating Rockcastle County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Rockcastle County as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Rockcastle County High School
Mount Vernon · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Roundstone Elementary School
Mount Vernon · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement
Mount Vernon · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#92 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,041
+$55 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,779 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Rockcastle County ranks #92 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Rockcastle County's schools with real test data average 6.1/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Rockcastle County High School (7.0/10), Roundstone Elementary School (6.8/10), and Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement (6.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Rockcastle County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rockcastle County High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Roundstone Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Rockcastle County Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Mt. Vernon Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Brodhead Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Rockcastle County
Rockcastle County is a Mount Vernon, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,779 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. The district invests $14,041 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Rockcastle County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Rockcastle County High School, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, Rockcastle County students show an average math proficiency of 41.7% and ELA proficiency of 52.3%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Rockcastle County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Rockcastle County with test data.
Schools in Rockcastle County
6 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Mount Vernon
- Total Enrollment
- 2,779
- Teachers (FTE)
- 189
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Rockcastle County?
Rockcastle County has 6 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Rockcastle County?
The average composite rating for Rockcastle County is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Rockcastle County?
Rockcastle County spends $14,041 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rockcastle County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Rockcastle County is 14.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Rockcastle County?
Rockcastle County High School is the highest-rated school in Rockcastle County with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in Rockcastle County?
Across schools in Rockcastle County with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Rockcastle County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Rockcastle County has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.3%
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Compare Rockcastle County with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
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- Hardin County (27)
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- Daviess County (24)
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- Madison County (22)
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- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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