Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Todd 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 88% 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: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Todd Elementary School serves the northern part of Lexington, KY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Todd Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing leaders for excellence in academics, wellness, and citizenship
School Rankings
Mary Todd 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 Mary Todd Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1025 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
47%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)38.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-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 Mary Todd Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Todd Elementary School is ranked #1025 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mary Todd Elementary School?
405 students attend Mary Todd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mary Todd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Todd Elementary School?
Mary Todd Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Todd Elementary School offer ?
Mary Todd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Todd Elementary School part of?
Mary Todd Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Todd Elementary School located?
Mary Todd Elementary School is located in the Joyland neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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