Best 40205 Kentucky Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 544 students in 40205, KY.
The top-ranked public preschool in 40205, KY is Hawthorne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40205 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40205, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 40205, KY Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2301 Clarendon Ave
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8263
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 preschools in 40205, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40205, KY include Hawthorne Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40205?
2 public preschools are located in 40205.
What is the racial composition of students in 40205?
40205 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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