Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dixie Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixie Elementary Magnet School serves the east part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dixie Elementary Magnet School's student population of 584 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dixie Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Elementary Magnet School is 0.67, 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
#554 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
23%
11%
White
50%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is ranked #554 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dixie Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Dixie Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Dixie Elementary Magnet School?
584 students attend Dixie Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dixie Elementary Magnet School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixie Elementary Magnet School?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixie Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dixie Elementary Magnet School part of?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dixie Elementary Magnet School located?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is located in the Eastland Parkway neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastland Parkway.
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