For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,045 students in 40508, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40508, KY are Steam Academy and Fayette County Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40508 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40508, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40508 have a Graduation Rate of 10%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40508, KY Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steam Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
123 East 6 Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3033
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3033
Gr: 9-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Fayette County Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
475 Price Road
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-0597
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-0597
Gr: 8-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
40508, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
475 Price Rd
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3808
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3808
Gr: K-5 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
707 Howard St
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3263
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3263
Gr: PK-2 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Florence Crittenton School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
519 W Fourth St
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 252-8636
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 252-8636
Gr: 6-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
123 E Sixth St
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3162
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3162
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
201 W 5th St
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3576
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 381-3576
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40508, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40508, KY include Steam Academy and Fayette County Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 40508?
3 public high schools are located in 40508.
What is the racial composition of students in 40508?
40508 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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