For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 812 students in 40205, KY.
The top ranked public middle school in 40205, KY is Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40205 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40205, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40205, KY Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 40205, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 40205, KY include Highland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40205?
2 public middle schools are located in 40205.
What is the racial composition of students in 40205?
40205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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