Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cassidy Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cassidy Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassidy 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
Cassidy Elementary School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1935
School Rankings
Cassidy Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cassidy Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#73 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
66%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Cassidy Elementary School's ranking?
Cassidy Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Cassidy Elementary School often compared to?
Cassidy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cassidy Elementary School?
632 students attend Cassidy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cassidy Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cassidy Elementary School?
Cassidy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cassidy Elementary School offer ?
Cassidy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cassidy Elementary School part of?
Cassidy Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cassidy Elementary School located?
Cassidy Elementary School is located in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Chevy Chase.
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