Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martha Jane Potter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martha Jane Potter Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Martha Jane Potter Elementary 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 Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martha Jane Potter Elementary School's ranking?
Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Martha Jane Potter Elementary School often compared to?
Martha Jane Potter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitefield Elementary School, Lancaster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?
273 students attend Martha Jane Potter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Martha Jane Potter Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?
Martha Jane Potter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Martha Jane Potter Elementary School offer ?
Martha Jane Potter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martha Jane Potter Elementary School part of?
Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is part of Letcher County School District.
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