Best Public Elementary Schools in 40272 (Louisville, KY) (2026)

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Best 40272 Kentucky Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,037 students in 40272, KY.

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40272, KY are Medora Elementary School, Stonestreet Elementary School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 40272 have an score of 16% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and score of 21% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40272, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

Medora Elementary School

(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
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11801 Deering Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8298

Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Rank: #22.

Stonestreet Elementary School

(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
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10007 Stonestreet Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8333

Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Rank: #33.

Johnsontown Road Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
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7201 Johnsontown Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8278

Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Rank: #44.

Layne Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
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9831 East Avenue
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8290

Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Rank: #55.

Dixie Elementary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
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10201 Casalanda Dr
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8238

Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Rank: #66.

Wilkerson Elementary School

(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
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5601 Johnsontown Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8351

Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Rank: #77.

Robert Frost Sixth-grade Academy

(Math: 6% | Reading: 17% )
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4601 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8256

Gr: 6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Rank: #88.

Stuart Academy

(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
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4603 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8334

Gr: 6-8 | 1,008 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 40272 Kentucky

40272, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

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Location

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Watson Lane Elementary School (Closed 2024)

7201 Watson Lane
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341

Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40272, KY?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40272, KY include Medora Elementary School, Stonestreet Elementary School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 40272?

8 public elementary schools are located in 40272.

What is the racial composition of students in 40272?

40272 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).