For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,438 students in 40214, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40214, KY are Lassiter Middle School and Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40214 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40214, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40214, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lassiter Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Candleworth Drive
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8288
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8288
Gr: 6-8 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Southern Pkwy
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8270
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8270
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40214, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40214, KY include Lassiter Middle School and Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South.
How many public middle schools are located in 40214?
2 public middle schools are located in 40214.
What is the racial composition of students in 40214?
40214 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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