Whitley County Alternative School
42 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
The Whitley County Alternative School, located at 351 Boulevard of Champions in Williamsburg, Kentucky, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to support students who may benefit from a setting outside of the traditional classroom structure. By offering a smaller, more focused academic atmosphere, the school aims to provide personalized instruction that addresses the unique learning needs, behavioral goals, and social-emotional development of its students. The program is built on the foundation of the Whitley County School District’s commitment to student success, ensuring that all learners have the resources necessary to overcome obstacles and progress toward graduation.
The school emphasizes a structured and supportive culture that encourages academic achievement and personal accountability. Through a combination of credit recovery opportunities, individualized learning plans, and direct teacher-student mentorship, the facility helps students stay on track to meet state standards. By fostering a safe and encouraging environment, Whitley County Alternative School plays a vital role in the district’s mission to provide equitable educational pathways for every student, ultimately preparing them for future success in post-secondary education or the workforce.
The school emphasizes a structured and supportive culture that encourages academic achievement and personal accountability. Through a combination of credit recovery opportunities, individualized learning plans, and direct teacher-student mentorship, the facility helps students stay on track to meet state standards. By fostering a safe and encouraging environment, Whitley County Alternative School plays a vital role in the district’s mission to provide equitable educational pathways for every student, ultimately preparing them for future success in post-secondary education or the workforce.
42
Total Students
5.5
Full-Time Teachers
7.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
109.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
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White41 (97.6 %)
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Hispanic1 (2.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Primarily virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Whitley County |
| Phone: | (606)549-7050 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 42 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 46 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
3
Grade 8
11
Grade 9
3
Grade 10
10
Grade 11
12
Grade 12
3
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 3 |
| Grade 8 | 11 |
| Grade 9 | 3 |
| Grade 10 | 10 |
| Grade 11 | 12 |
| Grade 12 | 3 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 10 | 23.8% |
| Male | 32 | 76.2% |
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