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Best 40502 Kentucky Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 646 students in 40502, KY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 40502, KY is Morton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40502 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40502, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40502, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1225 Tates Creek Pk
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3533
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Homebound Secondary
701 E Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4100
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 40502 Kentucky

40502, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Placement (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4000
Gr: 6-12
Fayette Private (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 222-3333
Julia R Ewan Elementary School (Closed 2009)
350 Henry Clay Blvd.
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-3462
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Private (Title I) Elementary School (Closed 2023)
701 East Main St
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 381-4250
Gr: K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40502, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40502, KY include Morton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40502?
2 public middle schools are located in 40502.
What is the racial composition of students in 40502?
40502 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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