For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,588 students in 40291, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 40291, KY is Fern Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40291 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40291, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40291 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fern Creek High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40291, KY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fern Creek High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9115 Fern Creek Road
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8251
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8251
Gr: 9-12 | 1,588 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 40291, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40291, KY include Fern Creek High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40291?
1 public high schools are located in 40291.
What is the racial composition of students in 40291?
40291 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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