Best 40219 Kentucky Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,725 students in 40219, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40219, KY is Southern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40219 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40219, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40219 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southern High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40219, KY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8620 Preston Highway
Louisville, KY 40219
(502) 485-8330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,725 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40219, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40219, KY include Southern High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40219?
1 public high schools are located in 40219.
What is the racial composition of students in 40219?
40219 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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