For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,172 students in 40208, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40208, KY are Noe Middle School, Western Day Treatment and Cochran Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40208 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40208, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40208, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Noe Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
121 West Lee Street
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8307
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8307
Gr: 6-8 | 1,155 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Western Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 South Seventh Street
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-7351
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-7351
Gr: K-5 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Cochran Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 West Gaulbert Ave
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8230
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8230
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Mcferran Preparatory Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 S. 7th Street
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8297
Louisville, KY 40208
(502) 485-8297
Gr: PK-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40208, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40208, KY include Noe Middle School, Western Day Treatment and Cochran Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40208?
4 public elementary schools are located in 40208.
What is the racial composition of students in 40208?
40208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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