Ashland Elementary School

195 N Ashland Ave
Lexington, KY 40502
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ashland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Top 5% in KY
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Ashland Elementary School's student population of 316 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar

School Rankings

Ashland 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 Ashland Elementary School is 0.63, 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)
#58 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
60-64%
38%
65-69%
45%
60-69%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
19%
11%
White
56%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fayette County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashland Elementary School's ranking?
Ashland Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ashland Elementary School often compared to?
Ashland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens-chilesburg Elementary School, Rosa Parks Elementary School, Glendover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ashland Elementary School?
316 students attend Ashland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ashland Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Elementary School?
Ashland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ashland Elementary School offer ?
Ashland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashland Elementary School part of?
Ashland Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashland Elementary School located?
Ashland Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Eastside.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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