District Overview
Located at 242 Lee Avenue in Beattyville, Kentucky, Lee County Schools operates as an active, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of its local community. Set within a rural remote geographic region, the district manages two operational academic facilities that provide a comprehensive learning continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through the twelfth grade, as well as specialized ungraded programs. According to recent federal education data for the 2024–2025 academic cycle, the district serves a student body of 890 children, fostering a close-knit environment tailored to the unique character and traditions of Eastern Kentucky.

To support its academic mission and nurture student success, Lee County Schools maintains a strong operational infrastructure backed by a total workforce of approximately 282 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The district's staffing context includes 114 certified classroom teachers, 19 instructional aides, and nearly 149 dedicated support personnel, ensuring an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio that allows for individualized guidance and robust learning interventions. For parents, students, and educational researchers seeking to explore district programming or contact local leadership, the district administration can be reached by phone at (606) 464-5000 or online through its official website at http://www.lee.kyschools.us/.
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Total Schools
890
Total Students
114.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lee County
Demographic Student Count
White868
Hispanic7
Black4
Two or More11
  • White
    868 (97.5%)
  • Two or More
    11 (1.2%)
  • Hispanic
    7 (0.8%)
  • Black
    4 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Lee County
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:2
Students:890*
Teachers (FTE):114.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.8
Schools in Lee County
Found 2 Schools