Best 40299 Kentucky Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,696 students in 40299, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40299, KY are Ramsey Middle School and Carrithers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40299 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40299, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40299, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramsey Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6409 Gelhaus Lane
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 485-8391
Gr: 6-8 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Carrithers Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4320 Billtown Road
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 485-8224
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40299, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40299, KY include Ramsey Middle School and Carrithers Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40299?
2 public middle schools are located in 40299.
What is the racial composition of students in 40299?
40299 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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