For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,116 students in 40515, KY (there are , serving 1,045 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 40515, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 40515, KY are Veterans Park Elementary School and Squires Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40515 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40515, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40515, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Veterans Park Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4351 Clearwater Way
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3161
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3161
Grades: K-5
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Squires Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3337 Squire Oak Dr.
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3002
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3002
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
40515, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6270 Athens Walnut Hill Pk
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3253
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3253
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40515, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40515, KY include Veterans Park Elementary School and Squires Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40515?
2 public schools are located in 40515.
What percentage of students in 40515 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 40515 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40515?
40515 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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