Breathitt Elementary School serves 371 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 Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breathitt Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Breathitt Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. 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
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Breathitt Elementary School?
371 students attend Breathitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Breathitt Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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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