For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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