Excellent

#9 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 1% in state

Athens-chilesburg Elementary

Elementary School · Fayette County

930 Jouett Creek Dr, Lexington, KY 40509

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#9 of 1,284

In Lexington

#4 of 67

public schools

In district

#4 of 66

Fayette County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Athens-chilesburg Elementary

Athens-chilesburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Lexington, KY, part of Fayette County. Athens-chilesburg Elementary serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Athens-chilesburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Athens-chilesburg Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts above district

9.4

This school 9.4 · Excellent
District avg 6.5
KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.1Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics9.5Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency74.3% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency74.7% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency75% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected+14.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile93th

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$18,318

Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Athens-chilesburg Elementary — Students at Athens-chilesburg Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

89%

ELA

88%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

64%

ELA

65%

2012

Math

66%

ELA

61%

2013

Math

70%

ELA

73%

2014

Math

65%

ELA

72%

2015

Math

69%

ELA

68%

2016

Math

72%

ELA

75%

2017

Math

79%

ELA

79%

2018

Math

78%

ELA

76%

2019

Math

78%

ELA

76%

2020*

Math

65%

ELA

70%

2021*

Math

65%

ELA

70%

2022

Math

71%

ELA

76%

2025

Math

74.3%

ELA

74.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Athens-chilesburg Elementary Compares

See how Athens-chilesburg Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.4/10

99th percentile in KY

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Growth

9.1/10

Excellent

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

21%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

42 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

8.9%

Location

930 Jouett Creek Dr, Lexington, KY 40509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Athens-chilesburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brenda Cowan Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Garrett Morgan Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Squires Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Garrett Morgan Elementary Lexington	0.9 mi	780	8.7
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School Lexington	1.0 mi	1,070	9.4
Brenda Cowan Elementary Lexington	1.3 mi	570	9.0
WALNUT HILL DAY SCHOOL Lexington	2.1 mi	12	—
Liberty Elementary Lexington	2.5 mi	726	7.6
Ridge Hospital Alt. Elementary Lexington	2.4 mi	2	—
Ridge Hospital Alt. High School Lexington	2.4 mi	5	—
Carter G. Woodson Academy Lexington	3.7 mi	305	5.9
Martin L King Acad for Excellence Alt Lexington	3.5 mi	208	3.9
Frederick Douglass High School Lexington	3.8 mi	1,719	7.0
Squires Elementary School Lexington	3.5 mi	419	8.3
Crawford Middle School Lexington	4.4 mi	720	7.4
Madeline M Breckinridge Elem School Lexington	3.9 mi	557	7.7
SPHINX ACADEMY Lexington	4.4 mi	29	—
Dixie Elementary Magnet School Lexington	4.7 mi	587	5.0
Henry Clay High School Lexington	4.0 mi	1,990	7.4
Yates Elementary School Lexington	4.8 mi	402	3.8
Tates Creek High School Lexington	4.3 mi	1,733	5.7
LEXINGTON HEARING & SPEECH CENTER Lexington	4.7 mi	14	—
Tates Creek Middle School Lexington	4.4 mi	737	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,429

Median Home Value

$338,200

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

45,135

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Athens-chilesburg Elementary

What grades does Athens-chilesburg Elementary serve?

Athens-chilesburg Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary?

Athens-chilesburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Athens-chilesburg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Athens-chilesburg Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Athens-chilesburg Elementary rank in KY?

Athens-chilesburg Elementary ranks #9 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Athens-chilesburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Athens-chilesburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Athens-chilesburg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Athens-chilesburg Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Athens-chilesburg Elementary a charter school?

No, Athens-chilesburg Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Athens-chilesburg Elementary a Title I school?

No, Athens-chilesburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Athens-chilesburg Elementary?

20.7% of students at Athens-chilesburg Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.