Serving 191 students in grades 6-8, Whitesburg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitesburg Middle School serves the eastern part of its district in Whitesburg, KY, covering an area of approximately 27 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitesburg Middle School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Whitesburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitesburg Middle School is 0.02, 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
#435 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Whitesburg Middle School's ranking?
Whitesburg Middle School is ranked #435 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Whitesburg Middle School?
191 students attend Whitesburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Whitesburg Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitesburg Middle School?
Whitesburg Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitesburg Middle School offer ?
Whitesburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitesburg Middle School part of?
Whitesburg Middle School is part of Letcher County School District.
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