Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Letcher Elementary & Middle 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 16% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Letcher Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Letcher Elementary & Middle School's student population of 336 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Letcher Elementary & Middle 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 Letcher Elementary & Middle School is 0.00, 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
#1189 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
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
n/a
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Letcher Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Letcher Elementary & Middle School is ranked #1189 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Letcher Elementary & Middle School?
336 students attend Letcher Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Letcher Elementary & Middle School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Letcher Elementary & Middle School?
Letcher Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Letcher Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Letcher Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Letcher Elementary & Middle School part of?
Letcher Elementary & Middle School is part of Letcher County School District.
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