For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,588 students in 40241, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,080 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 40241, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 40241, KY are Norton Elementary School, Chancey Elementary School and Zachary Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40241 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40241, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40241, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8101 Brownsboro Road
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8308
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8308
Grades: K-5
| 734 students
Rank: #22.
Chancey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Murphy Lane
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8387
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8387
Grades: PK-5
| 553 students
Rank: #33.
Zachary Taylor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9620 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8336
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8336
Grades: K-5
| 301 students
40241, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cardinal Treatment Center Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2915 Freys Hill Rd
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 425-2173
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 425-2173
Grades: 6-12
| 26 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40241, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40241, KY include Norton Elementary School, Chancey Elementary School and Zachary Taylor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40241?
3 public schools are located in 40241.
What percentage of students in 40241 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 40241 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40241?
40241 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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