For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,597 students in 40513, KY (there are , serving 130 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 40513, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 40513, KY are Rosa Parks Elementary School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40513 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40513, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40513, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1251 Beaumont Centre Lane
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3132
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3132
Gr: K-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Man O' War Blvd
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3546
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3546
Gr: 9-12 | 1,889 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40513, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40513, KY include Rosa Parks Elementary School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.
How many public schools are located in 40513?
2 public schools are located in 40513.
What percentage of students in 40513 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 40513 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40513?
40513 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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