Serving 52 students in grades 7-12, Whitley County Alternative 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitley County Alternative School's student population of 52 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Whitley County Alternative 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 Whitley County Alternative School is 0.22, 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
#1215 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)98.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 #1215 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
52 students attend Whitley County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Whitley County Alternative School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitley County Alternative School?
Whitley County Alternative School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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