Layne Elementary School

9831 East Avenue

School District

Jefferson County
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 15, 2021

When Dr Marshall was principal, this school was amazing… the new principal is awful.
Submitted by parent on November 07, 2019

This is the worst school in Kentucky they need reevaluate their leadership.
Submitted by parent on August 07, 2019

I would rate my experience at this school, 3.5/5.
Submitted by parent on September 16, 2018

Very low. I believe whole heartedly that I made a great mistake sending my child there.
Submitted by parent on July 26, 2017

Don't like it because they had to wear uniforms
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2013

Layne is a great school! The exposure to different ethnicities and cultures is awesome! The staff, new principal, and new assistant are wonderful. I have volunteered in the school many times in the past and it's inspiring to see the teachers get involved with the students. They really care about their learning and well being and somehow manage to keep them all challenged even when they're on different levels. This seems very hard to me since they are constantly being interupted with ESL classes, etc. (1/5 of the student body is from another country). The school is clean and organized. They have fun engagement opportunities for the students and parents. The downside is the lack of parental involvement & school funds/programs. For instance many of the parents do not speak English or have no way of engaging. There are translators on conference days and the school sets up shuttles from various locations for activities scheduled after hours. There is no drama dept. No skating parties. Things of this nature seem to be lacking, however, they use thier funds to help the student population who're at an economical disadvantage with field trips and activities. All in all, a great place!