BOTTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Botts Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Menifee County school district, located in Denniston, KY with about 203 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 15 teachers, Botts 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.

Botts Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Denniston, Kentucky, serving students within the Menifee County School District. As a community-centered institution, the school focuses on providing foundational education to young learners in a quiet, mountainous region of the state. Because of its location in a small unincorporated community, the school serves as a vital hub for local families, often emphasizing close-knit classroom environments and personalized attention for its student body.

Academically, Botts Elementary follows the curriculum standards set by the Kentucky Department of Education, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school. Like many schools in rural Kentucky, it strives to balance traditional core academics with character development and community engagement. While the school maintains a modest footprint, it plays a significant role in the local educational landscape by fostering a supportive atmosphere where teachers and staff can closely monitor the growth and well-being of every student.

For more information, contact Botts Elementary School at (606) 768-8052 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.