BETSY LAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Betsy Layne Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Floyd County school district, located in Betsy Layne, KY with about 670 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, Betsy Layne Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Betsy Layne Elementary School is a public school located in the small community of Betsy Layne, Kentucky, situated in Floyd County. Serving students in the local area, the school is part of the Floyd County School District. As a rural educational institution, it plays a central role in the community, focusing on foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and preparing students for their transition into middle school.

The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators emphasize basic literacy, mathematics, and character development. Like many schools in the region, Betsy Layne Elementary is dedicated to providing students with a safe and nurturing environment, often leveraging community partnerships and local traditions to enhance the overall educational experience for its young learners.

For more information, contact Betsy Layne Elementary School at (606) 478-9755 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.