For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,433 students in 40517, KY (there are 2 private schools, serving 34 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 40517, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 40517, KY are Tates Creek Elementary School, Tates Creek Middle School and Southern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40517 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 40517, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best 40517, KY Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Tates Creek Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1113 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3606
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3606
Grades: PK-5
| 611 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Tates Creek Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1105 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Grades: 6-8
| 737 students
Rank: #33.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Wilson-downing Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Grades: 6-8
| 782 students
Rank: #44.
Tates Creek High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3620
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3620
Grades: 9-12
| 1,701 students
Rank: #55.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
340 Wilson Downing Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3589
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3589
Grades: PK-5
| 481 students
Rank: #66.
Lansdowne Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
336 Redding Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3500
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #77.
Millcreek Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 Reva Ridge Way
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3527
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3527
Grades: PK-5
| 516 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40517, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40517, KY include Tates Creek Elementary School, Tates Creek Middle School and Southern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40517, KY?
7 public schools are located in 40517, KY.
What percentage of students in 40517, KY go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 40517, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40517, KY?
40517, KY public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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