Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arlington 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Arlington 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 Arlington Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1195 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
47%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
25%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
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 Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #1195 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Arlington Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Elementary School, Athens-chilesburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
301 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Arlington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Elementary School located?
Arlington Elementary School is located in the Castlewood neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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