For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,895 students in 40214, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 762 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 40214, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40214, KY are Kenwood Elementary School, Auburndale Elementary School and Lassiter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40214 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40214, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40214, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7420 Justan Ave
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8283
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8283
Gr: K-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Auburndale Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5749 New Cut Road
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8204
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8204
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Lassiter Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Candleworth Drive
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8288
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8288
Gr: 6-8 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Doss High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7601 St Andrews Church Rd
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8239
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8239
Gr: 9-12 | 1,235 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Trunnell Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7609 St. Andrews Church Road
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8337
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8337
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Southern Pkwy
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8270
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8270
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Rutherford Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 Southland Boulevard
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8320
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 485-8320
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40214, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40214, KY include Kenwood Elementary School, Auburndale Elementary School and Lassiter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40214?
7 public schools are located in 40214.
What percentage of students in 40214 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 40214 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40214?
40214 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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