Serving 32 students in grades 7-12, Whitley County Alternative School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitley County Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whitley County Alternative School's student population of 32 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitley County Alternative School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitley County Alternative School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitley County Alternative School's ranking?
Whitley County Alternative School is ranked #134 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitley County Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Whitley County Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whitley County Alternative School?
32 students attend Whitley County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Whitley County Alternative School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitley County Alternative School?
Whitley County Alternative School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitley County Alternative School offer ?
Whitley County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitley County Alternative School part of?
Whitley County Alternative School is part of Whitley County School District.
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