For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,614 students in 40203, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40203, KY are Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence and Central High Magnet Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40203 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40203, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40203 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High Magnet Career Academy, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40203, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1615 West Broadway
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8123
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8123
Gr: 6-10 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Central High Magnet Career Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1130 West Chestnut Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8226
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 485-8226
Gr: 9-12 | 1,256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40203, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40203, KY include Grace M. James Academy Of Excellence and Central High Magnet Career Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 40203?
3 public high schools are located in 40203.
What is the racial composition of students in 40203?
40203 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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