Athens-Chilesburg Elementary

533 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Athens-Chilesburg Elementary (ACE) is a prominent public school located in the southeastern region of Lexington, Kentucky, serving students from preschool through fifth grade. As part of the Fayette County Public Schools district, the school is known for its modern facilities and its focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The school’s mission emphasizes high academic achievement, personal growth, and the development of strong character, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for long-term educational success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Athens-Chilesburg is recognized for its active school community and commitment to student engagement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular programs, arts initiatives, and opportunities for parent involvement, which help cultivate a vibrant campus culture. Its location in a growing residential area allows it to serve as a central hub for neighborhood families, consistently prioritizing collaboration between teachers, parents, and students to maintain a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.

533

Total Students

37.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Athens-Chilesburg Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	379
Hispanic	31
Black	30
Asian	69
Two or More	24

White
379 (71.1 %)
Asian
69 (12.9 %)
Hispanic
31 (5.8 %)
Black
30 (5.6 %)
Two or More
24 (4.5 %)

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)381-4955
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	533
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	114
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* 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

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 87

Grade 2 84

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 96

Grade 5 86

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Athens-Chilesburg Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	82
Grade 1	87
Grade 2	84
Grade 3	98
Grade 4	96
Grade 5	86

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Athens-Chilesburg Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	261	49%
Male	272	51%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)