For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,149 students in 40515, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40515, KY are Veterans Park Elementary School and Squires Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40515 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40515, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40515, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Veterans Park Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4351 Clearwater Way
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3161
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3161
Gr: K-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Squires Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3337 Squire Oak Dr.
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3002
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3002
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
40515, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6270 Athens Walnut Hill Pk
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3253
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 381-3253
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40515, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40515, KY include Veterans Park Elementary School and Squires Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40515?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40515.
What is the racial composition of students in 40515?
40515 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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