For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,590 students in 40212, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40212, KY are Western Middle School For The Arts and The Academy Shawnee. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40212 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40212, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40212, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Middle School For The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 485-8345
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 485-8345
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
The Academy Shawnee
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 Herman Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 485-8326
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 485-8326
Gr: 6-12 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40212, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40212, KY include Western Middle School For The Arts and The Academy Shawnee.
How many public middle schools are located in 40212?
2 public middle schools are located in 40212.
What is the racial composition of students in 40212?
40212 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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