Serving 260 students in grades 7-8, Herald Whitaker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herald Whitaker Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Salyersville, KY, covering approximately 309.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herald Whitaker Middle School's student population of 260 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Herald Whitaker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herald Whitaker Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herald Whitaker Middle School's ranking?
Herald Whitaker Middle School is ranked #1064 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Herald Whitaker Middle School?
260 students attend Herald Whitaker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Herald Whitaker Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herald Whitaker Middle School?
Herald Whitaker Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Herald Whitaker Middle School offer ?
Herald Whitaker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herald Whitaker Middle School part of?
Herald Whitaker Middle School is part of Magoffin County School District.
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