For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,486 students in 40241, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,036 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 40241, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40241, KY are Norton Elementary School, Chancey Elementary School and Zachary Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40241 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40241, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40241, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norton Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8101 Brownsboro Road
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8308
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8308
Gr: K-5 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Chancey Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Murphy Lane
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8387
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8387
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Zachary Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9620 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8336
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 485-8336
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40241, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40241, KY include Norton Elementary School, Chancey Elementary School and Zachary Taylor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40241?
3 public schools are located in 40241.
What percentage of students in 40241 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 40241 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40241?
40241 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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