For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,037 students in 40272, KY.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40272, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 454 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 | 388 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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 | 404 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
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 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
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 | 553 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Robert Frost Sixth-grade Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Valley Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8256
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8256
Gr: 6 | 383 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #88.
Stuart Academy
(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 | 1,008 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
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 elementary schools in 40272, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40272, KY include Medora Elementary School, Stonestreet Elementary School and Johnsontown Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40272?
8 public elementary schools are located in 40272.
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% 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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