For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,740 students in 40272, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 391 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 40272, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40272, KY are Medora Elementary School, Stonestreet Elementary School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40272, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Medora Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11801 Deering Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8298
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8298
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Stonestreet Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10007 Stonestreet Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8333
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8333
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Johnsontown Road Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Johnsontown Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8278
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8278
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Layne Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9831 East Avenue
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8290
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8290
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Valley High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Gr: 9-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Dixie Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10201 Casalanda Dr
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8238
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8238
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Wilkerson Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5601 Johnsontown Road
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8351
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8351
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Stuart Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4603 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8334
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8334
Gr: 6-8 | 1,166 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
40272, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7201 Watson Lane
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40272, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40272, KY include Medora Elementary School, Stonestreet Elementary School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40272?
8 public schools are located in 40272.
What percentage of students in 40272 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 40272 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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