Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deep Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deep Springs Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 23.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deep Springs Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deep Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Springs Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1071 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Deep Springs Elementary School is ranked #1071 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Deep Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Deep Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Elementary School, Dixie Elementary Magnet School, Clays Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Deep Springs Elementary School?
521 students attend Deep Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Deep Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deep Springs Elementary School?
Deep Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deep Springs Elementary School offer ?
Deep Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Springs Elementary School part of?
Deep Springs Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Springs Elementary School located?
Deep Springs Elementary School is located in the Bryan Station neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bryan Station.
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