For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,933 students in 40243, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40243, KY are Hite Elementary School, Crosby Middle School and Middletown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40243 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40243, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40243, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hite Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12408 Old Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8267
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8267
Grades: K-5
| 474 students
Rank: #22.
Crosby Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 Gatehouse Lane
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8235
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8235
Grades: 6-8
| 887 students
Rank: #33.
Middletown Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
218 North Madison Avenue
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8300
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 485-8300
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
40243, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Spring Meadows Alternative School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
10901 Shelbyville Rd
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 245-3906
Louisville, KY 40243
(502) 245-3906
Grades: 1-12
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40243, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40243, KY include Hite Elementary School, Crosby Middle School and Middletown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40243?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40243.
What is the racial composition of students in 40243?
40243 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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