For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,951 students in 40228, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40228, KY are Luhr Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School and Marion C. Moore School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40228 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40228, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40228, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luhr Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Fegenbush Lane
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8295
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8295
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Smyrna Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Outer Loop
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8329
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8329
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Marion C. Moore School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6415 Outer Loop
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8304
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 485-8304
Gr: 6-12 | 1,892 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40228, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40228, KY include Luhr Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School and Marion C. Moore School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40228?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40228.
What is the racial composition of students in 40228?
40228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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