For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,758 students in 40229, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40229, KY are Maryville Elementary School, Overdale Elementary School and Wilt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40229 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40229, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40229, KY Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maryville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4504 Summers Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
Overdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
651 Overdale Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 339 students
Rank: #33.
Wilt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6700 Price Lane
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Grades: PK-5
| 518 students
Rank: #44.
Blue Lick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9801 Blue Lick Road
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #55.
Laukhuf Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Capewood Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Grades: PK-5
| 615 students
Rank: #66.
Knight Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9803 Blue Lick Road
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8287
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8287
Grades: 6-8
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40229, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40229, KY include Maryville Elementary School, Overdale Elementary School and Wilt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40229?
6 public elementary schools are located in 40229.
What is the racial composition of students in 40229?
40229 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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