For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,540 students in 40219, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 40219, KY is Southern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40219 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40219, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40219 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southern High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40219, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8620 Preston Highway
Louisville, KY 40219
(502) 485-8330
Louisville, KY 40219
(502) 485-8330
Grades: 9-12
| 1,540 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 40219, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40219, KY include Southern High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40219?
1 public high schools are located in 40219.
What is the racial composition of students in 40219?
40219 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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