Serving 456 students in grades 3-6, Whitley Central Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitley Central Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitley Central Intermediate School's student population of 456 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Whitley Central Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitley Central Intermediate 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
#99 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Whitley County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitley Central Intermediate School's ranking?
Whitley Central Intermediate School is ranked #99 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Whitley Central Intermediate School?
456 students attend Whitley Central Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Whitley Central Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitley Central Intermediate School?
Whitley Central Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitley Central Intermediate School offer ?
Whitley Central Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitley Central Intermediate School part of?
Whitley Central Intermediate School is part of Whitley County School District.
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