Julius Marks Elementary School
444 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Julius Marks Elementary School, located in the residential community of Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Fayette County Public Schools district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and the social-emotional well-being of its diverse student body. By integrating rigorous curriculum standards with varied extracurricular opportunities, Julius Marks aims to equip young learners with the foundational skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is highly regarded for its collaborative culture, which relies on strong partnerships between dedicated faculty, active parent organizations, and the surrounding local community. Teachers and staff prioritize individualized instruction, often utilizing modern classroom technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches to address the unique learning needs of their students. As a cornerstone of its neighborhood, Julius Marks Elementary continues to focus on building a cohesive school spirit, ensuring that students feel valued and encouraged in their pursuit of lifelong learning.
The school is highly regarded for its collaborative culture, which relies on strong partnerships between dedicated faculty, active parent organizations, and the surrounding local community. Teachers and staff prioritize individualized instruction, often utilizing modern classroom technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches to address the unique learning needs of their students. As a cornerstone of its neighborhood, Julius Marks Elementary continues to focus on building a cohesive school spirit, ensuring that students feel valued and encouraged in their pursuit of lifelong learning.
444
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 167 |
| Hispanic | 85 |
| Black | 131 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 52 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White167 (37.6%)
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Black131 (29.5%)
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Hispanic85 (19.1%)
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Two or More52 (11.7%)
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Asian6 (1.4%)
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American Indian3 (0.7%)
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)381-3470 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 444 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 292 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 14 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
29
Kindergarten
52
Grade 1
78
Grade 2
74
Grade 3
84
Grade 4
62
Grade 5
65
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 29 |
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Grade 1 | 78 |
| Grade 2 | 74 |
| Grade 3 | 84 |
| Grade 4 | 62 |
| Grade 5 | 65 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 218 | 49.1% |
| Male | 226 | 50.9% |
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