LEATHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leatherwood Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Perry County school district, located in Leatherwood, KY with about 177 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 10 teachers, Leatherwood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Leatherwood Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Leatherwood, Kentucky, serving students in Perry County. As a small, community-centered institution, it plays a vital role in providing foundational education to local children. The school is part of the Perry County School District, which emphasizes academic growth, student well-being, and community engagement in a region defined by its history in the Appalachian mountains.

The school environment at Leatherwood Elementary focuses on fostering a supportive atmosphere where teachers and staff work closely with families to address the unique needs of their students. Like many schools in the area, it serves as a central hub for the community, often emphasizing character development and local pride alongside traditional core curriculum subjects. Its location on Highway 699 positions it as a key resource for families residing in the eastern portion of Perry County, providing a localized learning environment that aims to prepare students for success as they transition to middle and high school.

For more information, contact Leatherwood Elementary School at (606) 675-4431 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.