For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,001 students in 40502, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 579 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 40502, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40502, KY are Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Glendover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40502 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40502, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40502, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
195 N Ashland Ave
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3243
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Cassidy Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1125 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3018
Gr: K-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Glendover Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
710 Glendover Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3403
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1225 Tates Creek Pk
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Henry Clay High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Fontaine Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3423
Gr: 9-12 | 1,939 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 St. Mathilda Dr.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3273
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Julius Marks Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3277 Pepperhill Rd
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3470
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
40502, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Placement (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Gr: 6-12
350 Henry Clay Blvd.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Gr: K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40502, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40502, KY include Ashland Elementary School, Cassidy Elementary School and Glendover Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40502?
9 public schools are located in 40502.
What percentage of students in 40502 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 40502 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40502?
40502 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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