Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Athens-chilesburg 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 76% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athens-chilesburg 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
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#14 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
69%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athens-chilesburg Elementary School's ranking?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Athens-chilesburg Elementary School often compared to?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School?
570 students attend Athens-chilesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athens-chilesburg Elementary School?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Athens-chilesburg Elementary School offer ?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athens-chilesburg Elementary School part of?
Athens-chilesburg Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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