David T. Wilson Elementary

Meade County
1075 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
502 Students
Middle School 4th - 6th
School Overview
David T. Wilson Elementary, located in Brandenburg, Kentucky, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Meade County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its elementary-aged students. By maintaining a focus on core subjects while integrating modern educational strategies, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic curriculum, David T. Wilson Elementary is known for its strong community atmosphere and active parent-teacher involvement. The staff prioritizes a student-centered approach, aiming to create an inclusive environment where children feel encouraged to explore their interests and reach their full potential. Located in the heart of Brandenburg, the school serves as a vital community hub, emphasizing the values of teamwork, integrity, and lifelong learning among its diverse student body.
502
Total Students
27.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    426 (84.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    28 (5.6 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (5.6 %)
  • Black
    11 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Meade County
Phone: (270)422-7540
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 502
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 208
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 4 170
Grade 5 158
Grade 6 174
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Stuart Pepper Middle School
Meade County
772 Students
1085 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108 (0.2 miles away)
Middle School 7th - 8th