For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,000 students in 40217, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40217, KY are Audubon Traditional Elementary School and Shelby Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40217 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40217, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40217, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Audubon Traditional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1051 Hess Lane
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 485-8205
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 485-8205
Grades: K-5
| 616 students
Rank: #22.
Shelby Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
735 Ziegler Street
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 485-8327
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 485-8327
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40217, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40217, KY include Audubon Traditional Elementary School and Shelby Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40217?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40217.
What is the racial composition of students in 40217?
40217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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