DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dewitt Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Flat Lick, KY with about 177 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 16 teachers, Dewitt Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Dewitt Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Flat Lick, Kentucky. Situated within the Knox County Public Schools district, the school serves students in the surrounding area, providing foundational education from preschool through the elementary grades. As a small, community-focused institution, it plays a vital role in the local educational landscape by fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of students in southeastern Kentucky.

Like many schools in the region, Dewitt Elementary emphasizes core academic development while striving to integrate the local culture into its educational programming. The school focuses on building strong literacy and numeracy skills while offering a setting where faculty and staff can work closely with families to ensure student success. Its location on KY 718 makes it a central hub for the residents of Flat Lick, reflecting the district’s commitment to maintaining neighborhood-based schools that prioritize both academic growth and community connectivity.

For more information, contact Dewitt Elementary School at (606) 542-4274 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.