Best 40215 Kentucky Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,046 students in 40215, KY.
The top-ranked public preschools in 40215, KY are Hazelwood Elementary School and Jacob Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 40215 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Kentucky public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 40215, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschool average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 40215, KY Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1325 Bluegrass Avenue
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 485-8264
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Jacob Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3701 East Wheatmore Drive
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 485-8271
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 40215, KY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 40215, KY include Hazelwood Elementary School and Jacob Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 40215?
2 public preschools are located in 40215.
What is the racial composition of students in 40215?
40215 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public preschools average of 25% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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