Squires Elementary School

431 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Squires Elementary School, located on Squire Oak Drive in Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Fayette County Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, Squires aims to equip its students with the foundational skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond, while maintaining a strong focus on the individual needs of its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic mission, Squires Elementary is recognized for its active school community and collaborative atmosphere. The school frequently engages families through various events and programs, reinforcing the partnership between educators, parents, and students. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the school strives to provide a safe, nurturing space where young learners are encouraged to explore their interests, cultivate lifelong friendships, and develop the social-emotional tools required to thrive in a global society.

431

Total Students

33.6

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Squires Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	207
Hispanic	84
Black	93
Asian	2
Two or More	44
Pacific Islander	1

White
207 (48.0 %)
Black
93 (21.6 %)
Hispanic
84 (19.5 %)
Two or More
44 (10.2 %)
Asian
2 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fayette County
Phone:	(859)381-3002
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	431
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	234
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 26

Kindergarten 72

Grade 1 70

Grade 2 53

Grade 3 79

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 65

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Squires Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	26
Kindergarten	72
Grade 1	70
Grade 2	53
Grade 3	79
Grade 4	66
Grade 5	65

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Squires Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	216	50.1%
Male	215	49.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)