Jesse D Lay Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse D Lay Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse D Lay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for: Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 10%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Jesse D Lay Elementary School?
327 students attend Jesse D Lay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jesse D Lay Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesse D Lay Elementary School?
Jesse D Lay Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jesse D Lay Elementary School offer ?
Jesse D Lay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesse D Lay Elementary School part of?
Jesse D Lay Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
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