BELFRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Belfry Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pike County school district, located in Belfry, KY with about 573 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, Belfry Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Belfry Elementary School is a public school located in the rural community of Belfry, Kentucky, serving students in Pike County. As part of the Pike County School District, the institution is committed to providing foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, literacy, and social development for children in the surrounding area. The school is known for being a central pillar in its small-town community, fostering an environment where teachers and staff strive to meet the diverse needs of their students while preparing them for transition into the middle school level.

Reflecting the spirit of its region, the school maintains a close-knit atmosphere where community involvement and school pride are encouraged. The educational program focuses on core curriculum standards while often incorporating extracurricular opportunities that help students build essential life skills. By leveraging resources from the broader Pike County School District, Belfry Elementary works to provide a stable, supportive learning environment aimed at fostering long-term academic success for its student body.

For more information, contact Belfry Elementary at (606) 353-7296 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.