Betsy Layne High School is a secondary school located in Betsy Layne, Floyd County, Kentucky, United States, and is one of three public high schools in the Floyd County School system.
Serving 412 students in grades 9-12, Betsy Layne High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betsy Layne High School's student population of 412 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
Betsy Layne High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betsy Layne High 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betsy Layne High School's ranking?
Betsy Layne High School is ranked #788 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Betsy Layne High School often compared to?
Betsy Layne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prestonsburg High School, Floyd Central High School, Lawrence County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Betsy Layne High School?
The graduation rate of Betsy Layne High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Betsy Layne High School?
412 students attend Betsy Layne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Betsy Layne High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betsy Layne High School?
Betsy Layne High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Betsy Layne High School offer ?
Betsy Layne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Betsy Layne High School part of?
Betsy Layne High School is part of Floyd County School District.
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