Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deep Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Deep Springs Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Deep Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Springs Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1087 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
35%
10%
Black
30%
11%
White
27%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Deep Springs Elementary School is ranked #1087 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Deep Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Deep Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Elementary School, Dixie Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Deep Springs Elementary School?
529 students attend Deep Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Deep Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Springs Elementary School?
Deep Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deep Springs Elementary School offer ?
Deep Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Springs Elementary School part of?
Deep Springs Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Springs Elementary School located?
Deep Springs Elementary School is located in the Bryan Station neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 3 other public schools located in Bryan Station.
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