Serving 708 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rosa Parks 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 70% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa Parks 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
Rosa Parks Elementary School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat 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
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rosa Parks 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 Rosa Parks Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#13 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
63%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosa Parks Elementary School's ranking?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is ranked #13 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?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School?
708 students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rosa Parks Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Elementary School?
Rosa Parks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Elementary School offer ?
Rosa Parks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosa Parks Elementary School part of?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosa Parks Elementary School located?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is located in the Beaumont Residential neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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