Best Schools in Whitley City, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Whitley City Elementary School
Elementary · Mccreary County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$104,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$104,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Whitley City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whitley City Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $45,841
- Median home value
- $104,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitley City compares
Median household income
$46k
77% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Whitley City, Kentucky
Whitley City, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Whitley City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Whitley City is Whitley City Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitley City is served by 1 school district: McCreary County. These districts collectively serve 2,727 students.
Whitley City's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,841. The poverty rate in the area is 27.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 561 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Whitley City
Whitley City, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,841
Median Home Value
$104,600
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
3,911
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Community Profile
Whitley City has a median household income of $45,841. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $104,600, with a median rent of $830/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Whitley City, Kentucky
How many schools are in Whitley City, Kentucky?
Whitley City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitley City, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitley City is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Whitley City, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Whitley City on MySchoolScout is Whitley City Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Whitley City, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Whitley City on MySchoolScout is Whitley City Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Whitley City, Kentucky?
Whitley City is served by 1 school district: Mccreary County.
What is the education level in Whitley City, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Whitley City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitley City, Kentucky?
The median household income in Whitley City is approximately $45,841 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitley City, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitley City is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whitley City, Kentucky?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.