For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,200 students in 40071, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40071, KY are Taylorsville Elementary School, Spencer County Elementary School and Spencer County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40071 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40071, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40071, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taylorsville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 Highview Ave.
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3339
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3339
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Spencer County Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1265 Mt. Washington Rd.
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-6950
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-6950
Grades: PK-5
| 806 students
Rank: #33.
Spencer County Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1263 Mt Washington Rd
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Grades: 6-8
| 697 students
Rank: #44.
Hillview Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
404 Main Cross St
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Grades: 1-12
| 42 students
40071, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
206 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Grades: PK
| n/a students
110 Reasor Avenue
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Grades: PK
| 15 students
110 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Grades: PK
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40071, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40071, KY include Taylorsville Elementary School, Spencer County Elementary School and Spencer County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40071?
4 public elementary schools are located in 40071.
What is the racial composition of students in 40071?
40071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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