Best Schools in Betsy Layne, Kentucky
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Betsy Layne High School
High · Floyd County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Betsy Layne Elementary School
Elementary · Floyd County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Betsy Layne
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Betsy Layne High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Betsy Layne Elementary School | 3.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Betsy Layne, Kentucky
Betsy Layne, Kentucky is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Betsy Layne show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Betsy Layne is Betsy Layne High School with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Betsy Layne is served by 1 school district: Floyd County. These districts collectively serve 5,449 students.
Betsy Layne's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 29.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 412 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Betsy Layne
Betsy Layne, Kentucky · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
546
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Community Profile
It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 29.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Betsy Layne, Kentucky
How many schools are in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
Betsy Layne has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Betsy Layne is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Betsy Layne on MySchoolScout is Betsy Layne High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Betsy Layne on MySchoolScout is Betsy Layne Elementary School with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best high school in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Betsy Layne on MySchoolScout is Betsy Layne High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
Betsy Layne is served by 1 school district: Floyd County.
What is the education level in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Betsy Layne have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Betsy Layne is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Betsy Layne, Kentucky?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.