Best 40212 Kentucky Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,051 students in 40212, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40212, KY is The Academy Shawnee. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40212 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40212, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40212 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is The Academy Shawnee, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40212, KY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Academy Shawnee
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4001 Herman Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 485-8326
Gr: 6-12 | 1,051 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40212, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40212, KY include The Academy Shawnee.
How many public high schools are located in 40212?
1 public high schools are located in 40212.
What is the racial composition of students in 40212?
40212 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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