For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,733 students in 40517, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40517, KY is Tates Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40517 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40517, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40517 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tates Creek High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40517, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tates Creek High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3620
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3620
Gr: 9-12 | 1,733 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40517, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40517, KY include Tates Creek High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40517?
1 public high schools are located in 40517.
What is the racial composition of students in 40517?
40517 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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