Rosa Parks Elementary School

1251 Beaumont Centre Lane
Lexington, KY 40513
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 681 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 5% in KY
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 77% (Top 1%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 5%)
  • : Rosa Parks Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Rosa Parks Elementary School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowing all students can achieve and succeed.

School Rankings

Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosa Parks Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#13 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

71%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

77%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
23%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
7%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

White
62%
71%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
38%
0.56

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
5.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rosa Parks Elementary School's ranking?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School?
681 students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rosa Parks Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Elementary School?
Rosa Parks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Elementary School offer ?
Rosa Parks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rosa Parks Elementary School part of?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosa Parks Elementary School located?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is located in the Beaumont Residential neighborhood of Lexington, KY.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 77% (Top 1%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 5%)
  • : Rosa Parks Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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