Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dixie Elementary Magnet 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 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dixie Elementary Magnet School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dixie Elementary Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Elementary Magnet School is 0.67, 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
#754 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
26%
11%
White
48%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Dixie Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is ranked #754 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Dixie Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Dixie Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Dixie Elementary Magnet School?
587 students attend Dixie Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dixie Elementary Magnet School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dixie Elementary Magnet School?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixie Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixie Elementary Magnet School part of?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dixie Elementary Magnet School located?
Dixie Elementary Magnet School is located in the Eastland Parkway neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastland Parkway.
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