For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 55 students in 40010, KY.
The top ranked public school in 40010, KY is Buckner Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40010 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40010, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40010, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buckner Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N Highway 393
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Grades: 4-12
| 55 students
Rank: n/an/a
The Robert L. Arvin Education Center
Vocational School
1650 Colonels Dr
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-0131
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-0131
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
40010, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Buckner Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1650 Colonels Dr
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Oldham County Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
N
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Buckner, KY 40010
(502) 222-3767
Grades: 5-12
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40010, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40010, KY include Buckner Alternative High School.
How many public schools are located in 40010?
2 public schools are located in 40010.
What is the racial composition of students in 40010?
40010 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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