Elementary Schools in Lee County

There is only one elementary school located in Lee County, Kentucky - Lee County Elementary School. The school serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade and has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Kentucky elementary schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger indicating below-average performance.

Lee County Elementary School struggles academically, with proficiency rates in math, reading, and other subjects falling well below the state averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, the school's proficiency rates ranged from 21% to 47% in math, 22% to 40% in reading, and 26% to 37% in other subjects, all significantly lower than the state's performance. The school's 2023-2024 academic results were similarly low, with proficiency rates ranging from 38% to 40% in math, 21% to 40% in reading, and 18% to 29% in other subjects.

Despite the school's higher-than-average per-student spending of $13,922 for the 2023-2024 school year, it has struggled to effectively utilize its resources to drive student success. The school also faces challenges related to its student population, with a high percentage of students (67.18% in 2023-2024) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. Addressing these factors and implementing targeted interventions may be necessary to help Lee County Elementary School improve its academic performance and provide a high-quality education for its students.