For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 1,426 students in 40218, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40218, KY are Boys & Girls Haven, Brooklawn and Newburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40218 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40218, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40218, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boys & Girls Haven
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2301 Goldsmith Ln
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 458-1171
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 458-1171
Gr: 6-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Brooklawn
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3121 Brooklawn Campus Drive
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 515-0460
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 515-0460
Gr: 6-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Newburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Exeter Avenue
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-8306
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-8306
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Minor Daniels Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1960 Bashford Manor Ln
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-8316
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-8316
Gr: 6-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Newcomer Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3741 Pulliam Dr
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-6324
Louisville, KY 40218
(502) 485-6324
Gr: 6-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40218, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40218, KY include Boys & Girls Haven, Brooklawn and Newburg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40218?
7 public middle schools are located in 40218.
What is the racial composition of students in 40218?
40218 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% 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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