For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,406 students in 40229, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40229, KY are Overdale Elementary School, Wilt Elementary School and Maryville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40229 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40229, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40229, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overdale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
651 Overdale Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Wilt Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Price Lane
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8353
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Maryville Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4504 Summers Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 869-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Blue Lick Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9801 Blue Lick Road
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8212
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Laukhuf Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Capewood Dr
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Louisville, KY 40229
(502) 485-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40229, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40229, KY include Overdale Elementary School, Wilt Elementary School and Maryville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40229?
5 public preschools are located in 40229.
What is the racial composition of students in 40229?
40229 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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