For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,021 students in 40210, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40210, KY are Johnson Traditional Middle School and Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40210 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40210, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40210, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Traditional Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2509 Wilson Ave
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8277
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8277
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
755 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8348
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8348
Gr: K-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
40210, Kentucky 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1107 South 17th Street
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8187
Louisville, KY 40210
(502) 485-8187
Gr: 6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40210, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40210, KY include Johnson Traditional Middle School and Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40210?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40210.
What is the racial composition of students in 40210?
40210 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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