For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,959 students in 40511, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 40511, KY are Sandersville Elementary School, Leestown Middle School and Future Forward Education & Career Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40511 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40511, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40511, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandersville Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3025 Sandersville Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4980
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4980
Gr: PK-5 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Leestown Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2010 Leestown Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3181
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3181
Gr: 6-8 | 1,084 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Future Forward Education & Career Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3475 Spurr Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2806
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2806
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Winburn Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Winburn Dr
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3967
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3967
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Rise Stem Academy For Girls
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2420 Spurr Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4100
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4100
Gr: K-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Coventry Oak Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2441 Huntly Place
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3195
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3195
Gr: PK-5 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
The Stables
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4185 Walt Robertson Road
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 333-5827
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 333-5827
Gr: 8-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Russell Cave Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3375 Russell Cave Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3571
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3571
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Blackburn Education Center
Vocational School
3111 Spurr Road
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2366
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2366
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Central Ky Technical College
Vocational School
308 Vo-tech Road
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2400
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2400
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
The Hub For Innovation And Leadership
Vocational School
100 Midland Ave
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4165
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-4165
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Locust Trace Agriscience Center
Vocational School
3591 Leestown Road
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3990
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3990
Gr: 9-12
40511, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
475 Price Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3263
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3263
Gr: 3-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Fayette Regional Juvenile Det Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3475 Spurr Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2806
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 246-2806
Gr: 6-12
2545 Georgetown Rd
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3507
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 381-3507
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40511, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40511, KY include Sandersville Elementary School, Leestown Middle School and Future Forward Education & Career Center.
How many public schools are located in 40511?
12 public schools are located in 40511.
What is the racial composition of students in 40511?
40511 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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