JESSE D LAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jesse D Lay Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Barbourville, KY with about 329 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 25 teachers, Jesse D Lay Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Jesse D. Lay Elementary School is a public school located in Barbourville, Kentucky, serving students within the Knox County Public School District. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children, emphasizing core academic skills such as literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school is committed to fostering a positive school culture where educators strive to meet the diverse needs of their student population through structured classroom instruction and school-wide initiatives.

Beyond core academics, Jesse D. Lay Elementary plays an active role in the local Barbourville community by promoting student engagement and parent involvement. The school typically organizes various extracurricular activities, seasonal events, and community-based programs that encourage students to develop social-emotional skills alongside their studies. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and collaborative partnerships with families, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Jesse D Lay Elementary School at (606) 546-6524 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.