Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julius Marks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julius Marks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Julius Marks Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Julius Marks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julius Marks Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
28%
11%
White
46%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julius Marks Elementary School's ranking?
Julius Marks Elementary School is ranked #634 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Julius Marks Elementary School often compared to?
Julius Marks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansdowne Elementary School, Glendover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Julius Marks Elementary School?
481 students attend Julius Marks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Julius Marks Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julius Marks Elementary School?
Julius Marks Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Julius Marks Elementary School offer ?
Julius Marks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Julius Marks Elementary School part of?
Julius Marks Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Julius Marks Elementary School located?
Julius Marks Elementary School is located in the Lansdowne Merrick neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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