For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,577 students in 40241, KY.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 40241 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40241, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40241, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 728 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
40241, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cardinal Treatment Center Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2915 Freys Hill Rd
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 425-2173
Louisville, KY 40241
(502) 425-2173
Grades: 6-12
| 26 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40241, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40241, KY include Norton Elementary School, Chancey Elementary School and Zachary Taylor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40241?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40241.
What is the racial composition of students in 40241?
40241 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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