For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,889 students in 40211, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40211, KY are Brandeis Elementary School, Carter Traditional Elementary School and Foster Traditional Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40211 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40211, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40211, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brandeis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2817 West Kentucky
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8214
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8214
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Carter Traditional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Bohne Ave
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8225
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8225
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Foster Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 South 41st Street
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8253
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8253
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kennedy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Gibson Lane
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8280
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8280
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Cane Run Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3951 Cane Run Rd
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8223
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8223
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
King Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4325 Vermont Ave
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8285
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8285
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Maupin Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1312 Catalpa Street
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8310
Louisville, KY 40211
(502) 485-8310
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40211, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40211, KY include Brandeis Elementary School, Carter Traditional Elementary School and Foster Traditional Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40211?
7 public elementary schools are located in 40211.
What is the racial composition of students in 40211?
40211 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% 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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