Letcher County Alternative Education Center serves 2 students in grades 8-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Letcher County Alternative Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Letcher County Alternative Education Center's student population of 2 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Letcher County Alternative Education Center is 0.00, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
White
100%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Letcher County Alternative Education Center?
2 students attend Letcher County Alternative Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Letcher County Alternative Education Center students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Letcher County Alternative Education Center?
Letcher County Alternative Education Center has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Letcher County Alternative Education Center offer ?
Letcher County Alternative Education Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Letcher County Alternative Education Center part of?
Letcher County Alternative Education Center is part of Letcher County School District.
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