For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,995 students in 40502, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 40502, KY is Henry Clay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40502 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40502, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40502 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Henry Clay High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40502, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henry Clay High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Fontaine Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Grades: 9-12
| 1,990 students
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Grades: 6-12
| 5 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
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 high schools in 40502, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40502, KY include Henry Clay High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40502?
2 public high schools are located in 40502.
What is the racial composition of students in 40502?
40502 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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