Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Betsy Layne 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betsy Layne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Betsy Layne Elementary School's student population of 613 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Building Leaders Engaging Students
School Rankings
Betsy Layne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betsy Layne Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#1045 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Betsy Layne Elementary School's ranking?
Betsy Layne Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Betsy Layne Elementary School often compared to?
Betsy Layne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John M. Stumbo Elementary School, Allen Elementary 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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Betsy Layne Elementary School?
613 students attend Betsy Layne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Betsy Layne Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betsy Layne Elementary School?
Betsy Layne Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Betsy Layne Elementary School offer ?
Betsy Layne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Betsy Layne Elementary School part of?
Betsy Layne Elementary School is part of Floyd County School District.
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