Breathitt Elementary School serves 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Breathitt Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Breathitt Elementary School?
373 students attend Breathitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Breathitt Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breathitt Elementary School?
Breathitt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Breathitt Elementary School offer ?
Breathitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Breathitt Elementary School part of?
Breathitt Elementary School is part of Breathitt County School District.
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