Summary:
The 40517 zip code area of Lexington, Kentucky is home to 7 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Fayette County school district. While the district as a whole is ranked 74 out of 157 in Kentucky with a 3-star rating, the schools in this area show significant performance gaps, with some standout high-performers and others struggling with low test scores and high poverty rates.
Tates Creek High School is the largest school in the area with over 1,700 students and a strong 93.5% four-year graduation rate, but its test scores lag behind district and state averages. On the other hand, Southern Elementary School stands out with higher-than-average proficiency rates in reading and math. The lowest-performing schools, Lansdowne Elementary and Millcreek Elementary, have proficiency rates around 15-34% and very high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Across the schools, chronic absenteeism is a major concern, with all schools reporting rates around 25%. This, combined with the significant disparities in academic performance, suggests systemic challenges that may require targeted interventions and support to ensure more equitable outcomes for all students in the 40517 area.
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