Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#14 out of 1230 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
5%
11%
White
73%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens-chilesburg Elementary School's ranking?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School?
547 students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Athens-chilesburg Elementary School offer ?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Athens-chilesburg Elementary School part of?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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