For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,428 students in 40272, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40272, KY are Stonestreet Elementary School, Dixie Elementary School and Wilkerson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 40272, KY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
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 preschools in 40272, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40272, KY include Stonestreet Elementary School, Dixie Elementary School and Wilkerson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40272?
3 public preschools are located in 40272.
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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