Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern 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 27% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Elementary School serves the northern part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Northern 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 Northern Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1055 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1992–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
44%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
29%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Elementary School is ranked #1055 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Northern Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deep Springs Elementary School, Yates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Elementary School?
424 students attend Northern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Northern Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Elementary School?
Northern Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Elementary School offer ?
Northern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Elementary School part of?
Northern Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Northern Elementary School located?
Northern 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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