For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,205 students in 40203, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40203, KY are Meyzeek Middle School and Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40203 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40203, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40203, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meyzeek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
828 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8299
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8299
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1615 West Broadway
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8123
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8123
Gr: 6-10 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
40203, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
731 South Hancock Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-7677
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-7677
Gr: PK
Jcps Eschool Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
900 South Floyd St.
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-7800
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-7800
Gr: 9-12
Keller School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
911 South Brook
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-0420
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-0420
Gr: K-8 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 63%
1615 West Broadway
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8319
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8319
Gr: K-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40203, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40203, KY include Meyzeek Middle School and Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence.
How many public middle schools are located in 40203?
3 public middle schools are located in 40203.
What is the racial composition of students in 40203?
40203 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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