For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 264 students in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Castlewood is Arlington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
122 Arceme Avenue
Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 381-3030
Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 381-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington, KY include Arlington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington?
the neighborhood of Castlewood, Lexington public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.