For the 2025-26 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 42% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), 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 92%.
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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry Clay High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Fontaine Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Gr: 9-12 | 1,990 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
40502, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Placement (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Gr: 6-12
350 Henry Clay Blvd.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Gr: K
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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