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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 40222


At a glance
6
Schools
5,404
Students
Top rankedBallard High45th of 254 Kentucky high schools
Biggest riser
Wilder Elementary up 100 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
The Phoenix School of Discovery 9 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
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Summary:

The 40222 zip code area in Kentucky is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming institutions, with Lowe Elementary and Ballard High standing out as the top performers in the area.

Lowe Elementary consistently ranks among the best elementary schools in the state, with a 4-star rating and strong test scores in math and reading that exceed the Jefferson County district and state averages. In contrast, The Phoenix School of Discovery has relatively low test scores and performance metrics, despite serving a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students and maintaining a low student-teacher ratio.

Ballard High is also a standout, ranking in the top 16-45 high schools in Kentucky and boasting high graduation rates (93.5%) and low dropout rates (1.1%). The school's test scores surpass the district and state averages in most subject areas. Overall, the data highlights the significant disparities in performance and resources among the schools in the 40222 zip code, with some institutions clearly outpacing their peers.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

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