For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,531 students in 40222, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40222, KY are Ballard High School and The Phoenix School Of Discovery. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40222 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40222, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40222 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ballard High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40222, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6000 Brownsboro Road
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 485-8206
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 485-8206
Gr: 9-12 | 2,148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
The Phoenix School Of Discovery
Alternative School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 Wood Rd
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 485-7700
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 485-7700
Gr: 6-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40222, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40222, KY include Ballard High School and The Phoenix School Of Discovery.
How many public high schools are located in 40222?
2 public high schools are located in 40222.
What is the racial composition of students in 40222?
40222 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% 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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