For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 577 students in 40213, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40213, KY are Liberty High School and W.e.b. Dubois Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40213 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40213, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40213, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Liberty High School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1281 Gilmore Lane
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-7100
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-7100
Gr: 7-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
W.e.b. Dubois Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3307 East Indian Trail
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-8253
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-8253
Gr: 6-12 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
40213, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1281 Gilmore Ln
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-8257
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-8257
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40213, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40213, KY include Liberty High School and W.e.b. Dubois Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 40213?
2 public middle schools are located in 40213.
What is the racial composition of students in 40213?
40213 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% 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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