Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Madeline M Breckinridge 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 85% 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: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madeline M Breckinridge 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 Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#617 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
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)24.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BasketballCheering
DanceSoccer
TrackVolley Ball
School Mascot
Raptors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School's ranking?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School is ranked #617 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School often compared to?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winburn Middle School, Meadowthorpe Elementary School, Crawford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School?
576 students attend Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School offer ?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School part of?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School located?
Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary School is located in the Idle Hour Neighbors neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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