WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wellington Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 736 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 48 teachers, Wellington Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Wellington Elementary School, located in the Beaumont residential area of Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a public primary school within the Fayette County Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive community environment for its students, typically ranging from kindergarten through fifth grade. It emphasizes a well-rounded education, integrating core curriculum standards with programs designed to encourage critical thinking, social development, and personal growth.

Beyond its academic focus, Wellington Elementary is highly regarded for its active parent-teacher association and its efforts to create an inclusive atmosphere. The school utilizes its suburban setting to engage students in various extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities that complement classroom learning. By prioritizing strong communication between faculty, families, and the local community, Wellington maintains a reputation as a stable and collaborative institution dedicated to preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Wellington Elementary at (859) 381-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3280 Keithshire Way
Lexington, KY 40503
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WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, KY with about 736 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
Fayette County
Total Students:
736
Teachers:
48.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 736 students

White
66.4%
Asian
12.2%
Two or more races
8.3%
Hispanic/Latino
7.2%
Black or African American
5.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.