NORTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Northern Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 546 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Northern Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Northern Elementary School, located at 340 Rookwood Pkwy in Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a public primary education facility within the Fayette County Public Schools district. The school is situated in a residential area of Lexington and is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the foundational skills necessary for student success in middle school and beyond.
As part of a diverse school district, Northern Elementary emphasizes community involvement and collaborative partnerships between educators, students, and families. The school typically offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, often complemented by specialized programs designed to meet the varying needs of its student population. By prioritizing inclusive teaching practices and a focus on student engagement, the school aims to prepare its young learners to be responsible and productive members of the broader Lexington community.
For more information, contact Northern Elementary School at (859) 381-3541 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 381-3541
NORTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, KY with about 546 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Fayette County
- Total Students:
- 546
- Teachers:
- 42.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 546 students
- Black or African American
- 44.5%
- White
- 26.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 26.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.