Serving 947 students in grades 9-12, Whitley County High 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 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 947 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitley County High School's student population of 947 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
947 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Campus Size
173 acres
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Whitley County High 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 Whitley County High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitley County High School's ranking?
Whitley County High School is ranked #482 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Whitley County High School often compared to?
Whitley County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corbin High School, Williamsburg City School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitley County High School?
The graduation rate of Whitley County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whitley County High School?
947 students attend Whitley County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Whitley County High 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 High School?
Whitley County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitley County High School offer ?
Whitley County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitley County High School part of?
Whitley County High School is part of Whitley County School District.
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