Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, H W Wilkey Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
H W Wilkey Elementary School's student population of 504 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
H W Wilkey Elementary 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 H W Wilkey Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#603 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Grayson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H W Wilkey Elementary School's ranking?
H W Wilkey Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend H W Wilkey Elementary School?
504 students attend H W Wilkey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of H W Wilkey Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H W Wilkey Elementary School?
H W Wilkey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does H W Wilkey Elementary School offer ?
H W Wilkey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is H W Wilkey Elementary School part of?
H W Wilkey Elementary School is part of Grayson County School District.
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