Serving 547 students in grades 7-8, Whitley County Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitley County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Williamsburg, KY, encompassing approximately 419.3 square miles. It typically takes 20-30 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 18 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitley County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Whitley County Middle School's student population of 547 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1818
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Whitley County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitley County Middle School is 0.10, 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
#327 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitley County Middle School's ranking?
Whitley County Middle School is ranked #327 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Whitley County Middle School?
547 students attend Whitley County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Whitley County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitley County Middle School?
Whitley County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitley County Middle School offer ?
Whitley County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitley County Middle School part of?
Whitley County Middle School is part of Whitley County School District.
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