Serving 702 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Veterans Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Park Elementary School serves the southern part of Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Park Elementary School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Watch us S.H.I.N.E.
School Rankings
Veterans Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Park Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#92 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
66%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Veterans Park Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Park Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Veterans Park Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School, Russell Cave Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Veterans Park Elementary School?
702 students attend Veterans Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Veterans Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Park Elementary School?
Veterans Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Veterans Park Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veterans Park Elementary School part of?
Veterans Park Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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