Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garden Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 40% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden Springs Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.1 miles, extending up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garden Springs Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Springs Elementary 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 Garden Springs Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#453 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
60%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Garden Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Springs Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Garden Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Garden Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clays Mill Elementary School, James Lane Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Garden Springs Elementary School?
418 students attend Garden Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Garden Springs Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Springs Elementary School?
Garden Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garden Springs Elementary School offer ?
Garden Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garden Springs Elementary School part of?
Garden Springs Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Springs Elementary School located?
Garden Springs Elementary School is located in the Garden Springs neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Garden Springs.
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