Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whitley County East Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitley County East Elementary School serves the southeast part of Siler, KY, covering an area of approximately 100.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitley County East Elementary 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitley County East Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Whitley County East Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitley County East Elementary 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
#31 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 East Elementary School's ranking?
Whitley County East Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Whitley County East Elementary School often compared to?
Whitley County East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitley Central Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Whitley County East Elementary School?
268 students attend Whitley County East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Whitley County East Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitley County East Elementary School?
Whitley County East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitley County East Elementary School offer ?
Whitley County East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitley County East Elementary School part of?
Whitley County East Elementary School is part of Whitley County School District.
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