PIKE COUNTY DAY TREATMENT

Pike County Day Treatment is a public high school that is part of the Pike County school district, located in Pikeville, KY with about 28 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 5 teachers, Pike County Day Treatment has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Pike County Day Treatment, located on North Mayo Trail in Pikeville, Kentucky, serves as a specialized educational facility designed to support students who require a more structured, therapeutic, and individualized learning environment than a traditional classroom setting. Operating as a component of the Pike County School District, the program focuses on providing academic instruction alongside intensive behavioral and social-emotional interventions. Its primary goal is to help students navigate personal or academic challenges, improve their decision-making skills, and prepare them for a successful return to their home schools or graduation.

The program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, often integrating collaboration between educators, mental health professionals, and support staff to address the holistic needs of each student. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a more controlled environment, Pike County Day Treatment aims to provide the stability and personalized attention necessary for students to achieve both academic progress and personal growth. The facility serves as a vital resource for the district, offering an alternative pathway for students who may be at risk of academic failure or who struggle with the social demands of a larger school campus.

For more information, contact Pike County Day Treatment at (606) 433-9250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.