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Martha Jane Potter Elementary School

55 Kona Dr, Whitesburg, KY 41858, United States

+1 (606) 855-7544

3.2

Overall Rating

Location

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Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Overview

About This School

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is a public elementary in Whitesburg, Kentucky, serving 273 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 19 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $56,581. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 52% female and 48% male. The demographic makeup is 97% White, 2% Hispanic, and 1% Black.

273

Total Students

PK-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

19 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%

Mathematics27%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Letcher County

Students per Counselor

546:1

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 47%State Avg: 44%

27%

Mathematics

City Avg: 33%State Avg: 37%

N/A

Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12:1

State Avg: 15.4:1

546

Students per Counselor

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$56,581

City Avg: $56,581

State Avg: $59,135

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor546:1

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.35%

Male

51.65%

Female

Total Enrollment: 273 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White96.7%

Hispanic2.2%

Asian0%

Black0.73%

Two or More Races0.37%

Native American0%

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Martha Jane Potter Elementary School

Q: What is Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

A: Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is a elementary public located in Whitesburg.

Q: How many students attend Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

A: Martha Jane Potter Elementary School has approximately 273 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Martha Jane Potter Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Martha Jane Potter Elementary School - Whitesburg, KY

Quick Facts about Martha Jane Potter Elementary School
School Name	Martha Jane Potter Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	55 Kona Dr, Whitesburg, KY 41858, Whitesburg, KY
County	Letcher County
Phone	+1 (606) 855-7544
Total Students	273
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	19
Rating	3.2/10
ELA Proficiency	37%
Math Proficiency	27%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Martha Jane Potter Elementary School

What is Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is a elementary public located in Whitesburg.

How many students attend Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

Martha Jane Potter Elementary School has approximately 273 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martha Jane Potter Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Martha Jane Potter Elementary School is 13:1.

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