For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 753 students in 40050, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40050, KY are Henry County Middle School and New Castle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40050 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40050, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40050, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 Eminence Rd
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8660
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8660
Gr: 6-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
New Castle Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
182 S Property Rd
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8650
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8650
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
40050, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
182 South Property Rd
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8600
New Castle, KY 40050
(502) 845-8600
Gr: PK | 113 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40050, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40050, KY include Henry County Middle School and New Castle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40050?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40050.
What is the racial composition of students in 40050?
40050 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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