For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,250 students in 40205, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40205, KY are Hawthorne Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40205 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40205, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40205, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2301 Clarendon Ave
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8263
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8263
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Norris Place
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8266
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8266
Gr: 6-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Peace Academy
Alternative School
2020 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 479-4180
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 479-4180
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40205, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40205, KY include Hawthorne Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40205?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40205.
What is the racial composition of students in 40205?
40205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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