Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cassidy 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 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassidy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cassidy Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cassidy 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 Cassidy Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#52 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
11%
11%
White
70%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Cassidy Elementary School's ranking?
Cassidy Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cassidy Elementary School?
645 students attend Cassidy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cassidy Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cassidy Elementary School?
Cassidy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cassidy Elementary School offer ?
Cassidy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cassidy Elementary School part of?
Cassidy Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cassidy Elementary School located?
Cassidy Elementary School is located in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Chevy Chase.
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