For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,561 students in 40272, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 433 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 40272, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 40272, KY are Medora Elementary School, Valley High School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40272, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Medora Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11801 Deering Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8298
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8298
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Grades: 9-12
| 964 students
Rank: #33.
Johnsontown Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Johnsontown Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8278
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8278
Grades: K-5
| 299 students
Rank: #44.
Stonestreet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10007 Stonestreet Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8333
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8333
Grades: PK-5
| 443 students
Rank: #55.
Layne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9831 East Avenue
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8290
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8290
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #66.
Wilkerson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5601 Johnsontown Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8351
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8351
Grades: PK-5
| 575 students
Rank: #77.
Dixie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10201 Casalanda Dr
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8238
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8238
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #88.
Stuart Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4603 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8334
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8334
Grades: 6-8
| 1,105 students
40272, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4601 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8256
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8256
Grades: 6
| 383 students
7201 Watson Lane
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40272, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40272, KY include Medora Elementary School, Valley High School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40272?
8 public schools are located in 40272.
What percentage of students in 40272 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 40272 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public schools minority enrollment is 54% 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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