For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 966 students in 40204, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40204, KY are Jefferson County Traditional Middle School and Breckinridge Metropolitan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40204 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40204, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40204, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1418 Morton Ave
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 485-8272
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 485-8272
Gr: 6-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Breckinridge Metropolitan High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1128 East Broadway St
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 485-6678
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 485-6678
Gr: 7-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40204, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40204, KY include Jefferson County Traditional Middle School and Breckinridge Metropolitan High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40204?
2 public middle schools are located in 40204.
What is the racial composition of students in 40204?
40204 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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