For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,649 students in 40205, KY (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,698 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 40205, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40205, KY are Atherton High School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40205 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40205, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40205, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atherton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3000 Dundee Road
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8202
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8202
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Hawthorne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2301 Clarendon Ave
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8263
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8263
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Highland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Norris Place
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8266
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8266
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Peace Academy
Alternative School
2020 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 479-4180
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 479-4180
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40205, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40205, KY include Atherton High School, Hawthorne Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40205?
4 public schools are located in 40205.
What percentage of students in 40205 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 40205 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40205?
40205 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.