For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 886 students in 40272, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40272, KY is Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40272 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40272, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40272 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Valley High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40272, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Dixie Highway
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8339
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
40272, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7201 Watson Lane
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Louisville, KY 40272
(502) 485-8341
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40272, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40272, KY include Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40272?
1 public high schools are located in 40272.
What is the racial composition of students in 40272?
40272 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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