There were 651 eighth grade students enrolled in Whitley County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 0.3% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Whitley County Middle School welcomed most of the eighth grade students in the county, registering 290 students.
Within Whitley County schools, enrollment was highest in 11th grade and lowest in fourth grade.
Statewide, Whitley County ranked 20th in total enrollment. It held the same ranking the previous year.
Kentucky schools face funding gaps as state support is 24% below 2008 levels after accounting for inflation. According to a report from KY Policy, the average teacher salaries are 19.8% lower than in 2008, when adjusted for inflation, while transportation funding covers just 82% of the required amount. The gap between wealthy and poor districts has widened to $4,247 per student, and several districts report deficits, including $16 million in Fayette County and $3.9 million in Newport.
| School | # of 8th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley County Middle School | 290 | 49.7% | 583 |
| Corbin Middle School | 254 | 35.6% | 713 |
| Williamsburg City School | 62 | 6.8% | 907 |
| Whitley County Alternative School | 14 | 11.1% | 126 |
| Colonel Academy | 13 | 5.2% | 249 |
| Corbin School of Innovation | 9 | 4.8% | 189 |
| Corbin Educational Center | 9 | 12.2% | 74 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.