FLAT LICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Flat Lick 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 230 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 18 teachers, Flat Lick Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Flat Lick Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the unincorporated community of Flat Lick, Kentucky. Serving students in Knox County, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for the local area, focusing on primary education and the developmental needs of young children in a tight-knit community setting.

As part of the Knox County School District, the school emphasizes basic academic proficiency, community engagement, and providing a supportive environment for students from diverse backgrounds. Because of its location in a more isolated, rural region of southeastern Kentucky, the school often plays a vital role as a central pillar for local families, working to bridge the gap between traditional classroom instruction and the specific socioeconomic needs of the Flat Lick community.

For more information, contact Flat Lick Elementary School at (606) 542-4712 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.