For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,048 students in 40216, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40216, KY are Butler Traditional High School, Western High School and Waller-williams Environmental. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40216 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40216, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40216 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Butler Traditional High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40216, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butler Traditional High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2222 Crums Lane
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8220
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8220
Gr: 9-12 | 1,406 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Western High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Rockford Lane
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8344
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8344
Gr: 9-12 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Waller-williams Environmental
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2415 Rockford Lane
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8314
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 485-8314
Gr: K-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40216, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40216, KY include Butler Traditional High School, Western High School and Waller-williams Environmental.
How many public high schools are located in 40216?
3 public high schools are located in 40216.
What is the racial composition of students in 40216?
40216 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% 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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