Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse D Lay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesse D Lay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jesse D Lay Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Jesse D Lay Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse D Lay Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#130 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse D Lay Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse D Lay Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jesse D Lay Elementary School?
306 students attend Jesse D Lay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jesse D Lay Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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