For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,927 students in 40291, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40291, KY are Wheeler Elementary School, Bates Elementary School and Fern Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40291 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40291, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40291, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wheeler Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5700 Cynthia Drive
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8349
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8349
Grades: K-5
| 615 students
Rank: #22.
Bates Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7601 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8208
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8208
Grades: K-5
| 576 students
Rank: #33.
Fern Creek Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8815 Ferndale Rd
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8250
Louisville, KY 40291
(502) 485-8250
Grades: K-5
| 736 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40291, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40291, KY include Wheeler Elementary School, Bates Elementary School and Fern Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40291?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40291.
What is the racial composition of students in 40291?
40291 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% 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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