For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,807 students in 40243, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,055 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 40243, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40243, KY are Hite Elementary School, Eastern High School and Middletown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40243 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40243, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40243, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hite Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12408 Old Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8267
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8267
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12400 Old Shelbyville Rd
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8243
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8243
Gr: 9-12 | 1,874 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Middletown Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
218 North Madison Avenue
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8300
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8300
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Crosby Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
303 Gatehouse Lane
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8235
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8235
Gr: 6-8 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
40243, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Spring Meadows Alternative School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
10901 Shelbyville Rd
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 245-3906
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 245-3906
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40243, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40243, KY include Hite Elementary School, Eastern High School and Middletown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40243?
4 public schools are located in 40243.
What percentage of students in 40243 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 40243 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40243?
40243 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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