For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,509 students in 40513, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 130 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 40513, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40513, KY are Rosa Parks Elementary School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40513 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40513, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40513, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1251 Beaumont Centre Lane
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3132
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3132
Gr: K-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Man O' War Blvd
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3546
Lexington, KY 40513
(859) 381-3546
Gr: 9-12 | 1,828 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40513, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40513, KY include Rosa Parks Elementary School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.
How many public schools are located in 40513?
2 public schools are located in 40513.
What percentage of students in 40513 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 40513 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40513?
40513 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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