Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 75% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens-Chilesburg Elementary serves the southeast area of Lexington, KY, covering approximately 28.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
620 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
16%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
67%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
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 #8 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Athens-chilesburg Elementary School often compared to?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School?
620 students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% 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 15:1, which is equal to 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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