For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 842 students in 40202, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 68 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 40202, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 40202, KY is J. Graham Brown School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40202 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40202, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40202, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. Graham Brown School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
546 South First Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 485-8216
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 485-8216
Gr: K-12 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Ackerly
Alternative School
200 E Chestnut St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 629-6319
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 629-6319
Gr: 5-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Ahrens Educational Resource Center
Special Education School
546 S First St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 485-8201
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 485-8201
Gr: 12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40202, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40202, KY include J. Graham Brown School.
How many public schools are located in 40202?
3 public schools are located in 40202.
What percentage of students in 40202 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 40202 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40202?
40202 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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