For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,911 students in 40229, KY (there are , serving 169 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 40229, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40229, KY are Overdale Elementary School, Wilt Elementary School and Maryville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40229 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40229, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40229, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overdale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
651 Overdale Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Wilt Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Price Lane
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Maryville Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4504 Summers Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Blue Lick Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9801 Blue Lick Road
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Laukhuf Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Capewood Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Knight Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9803 Blue Lick Road
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8287
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8287
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40229, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40229, KY include Overdale Elementary School, Wilt Elementary School and Maryville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40229?
6 public schools are located in 40229.
What percentage of students in 40229 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 40229 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40229?
40229 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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