For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,157 students in 40502, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40502, KY are Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Morton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40502 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40502, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40502, KY Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
195 N Ashland Ave
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Grades: K-5
| 249 students
Rank: #22.
Cassidy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Grades: K-5
| 654 students
Rank: #33.
Morton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1225 Tates Creek Pk
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Grades: 6-8
| 705 students
Rank: #44.
Glendover Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
710 Glendover Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #55.
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 St. Mathilda Dr.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Grades: PK-5
| 509 students
Rank: #66.
Julius Marks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3277 Pepperhill Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: n/an/a
Carter G. Woodson Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4786
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4786
Grades: K-5
| 100 students
Rank: n/an/a
Homebound Elementary School
Magnet School
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Homebound Secondary
Magnet School
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Grades: 6-12
| 2 students
40502, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Placement (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Fayette Private (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 222-3333
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 222-3333
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Julia R Ewan Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
350 Henry Clay Blvd.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Grades: K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40502, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40502, KY include Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Morton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40502?
9 public elementary schools are located in 40502.
What is the racial composition of students in 40502?
40502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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