Best 40205 Kentucky Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 746 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40205, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Norris Place
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
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

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 46% 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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