For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,021 students in 40210, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 40210, KY are Johnson Traditional Middle School and Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40210 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40210, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40210, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Johnson Traditional Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2509 Wilson Ave
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8277
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8277
Grades: 6-8
| 660 students
Rank: #22.
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
755 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8348
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8348
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
40210, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1107 South 17th Street
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8187
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8187
Grades: 6
| 279 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40210, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40210, KY include Johnson Traditional Middle School and Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40210?
2 public schools are located in 40210.
What is the racial composition of students in 40210?
40210 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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