What grades does Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr serve?

As a High school, Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr serves students in Whitesburg, KY. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr located?

You can find Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr in Whitesburg, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr?

At Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr, there are approximately 1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Whitesburg, KY?

Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr is among the schools serving Whitesburg, KY. The school is part of the local school system.

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Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr — School Calendar 2026-27

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Whitesburg, KY 41858

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Board of Education Regular MeetingEventDistrict-wide

School Highlighted: Letcher Elementary and Middle Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Nov

Mon

Board of Education Regular MeetingEventDistrict-wide

School Highlighted: Martha Jane Potter Elementary Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Dec

Mon

Board of Education Regular MeetingEventDistrict-wide

School Highlighted: None Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

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School Profile

Grades

8–12

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Letcher County

Phone

(606)633-5559

School Statistics

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$20,652

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,820

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,013

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 71%Local 13%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

41.7%

Below 150% poverty line

7.4%

Unemployment rate

3.8%

Uninsured residents

21.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

601

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

556

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

169 (30%)

Intellectual Disability

104 (19%)

Specific Learning Disability

95 (17%)

Autism

65 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

53 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

20 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Declining(-60% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Board of Education Regular Meeting

School Highlighted: Letcher Elementary and Middle Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Event

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Board of Education Regular Meeting

School Highlighted: Martha Jane Potter Elementary Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Event

Mon, Dec 28, 2026

Board of Education Regular Meeting

School Highlighted: None Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Letcher County. Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Board of Education Regular MeetingDistrict-wide School Highlighted: West Whitesburg Elementary Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Board of Education Regular MeetingDistrict-wide School Highlighted: Letcher Elementary and Middle Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Board of Education Regular MeetingDistrict-wide School Highlighted: Martha Jane Potter Elementary Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Board of Education Regular MeetingDistrict-wide School Highlighted: None Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr

Letcher County Alternative Education Ctr currently enrolls 4 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in KY.