Whitney Young High School serves 55 students in grades 11-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 64%).
Minority enrollment was 82% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
55 students
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
64%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
78%
11%
White
18%
71%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
96%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Whitney Young High School?
55 students attend Whitney Young High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Whitney Young High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Whitney Young High School offer ?
Whitney Young High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Whitney Young High School part of?
Whitney Young High School is part of Eminence Independent School District.
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