For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,261 students in 40509, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40509, KY are Frederick Douglass High School, Carter G. Woodson Academy and Martin L King Academy For Excellence Alt. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40509 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40509, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40509 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Frederick Douglass High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40509, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frederick Douglass High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2000 Winchester Road
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-3780
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-3780
Gr: 9-12 | 1,770 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Carter G. Woodson Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Winchester Road
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-3933
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-3933
Gr: 6-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Martin L King Academy For Excellence Alt
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Liberty Rd
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4040
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 381-4040
Gr: 6-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
3050 Rio Dosa Dr
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-2325
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 269-2325
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40509, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40509, KY include Frederick Douglass High School, Carter G. Woodson Academy and Martin L King Academy For Excellence Alt.
How many public high schools are located in 40509?
4 public high schools are located in 40509.
What is the racial composition of students in 40509?
40509 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% 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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