Whitley County

Located at 300 Main Street in Williamsburg, Kentucky, the Whitley County School District operates as an active, open public school system serving families across a rural fringe setting in the Corbin metropolitan region. The district manages 11 operational schools that provide a continuous educational pipeline ranging from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded learning opportunities. With a total enrollment of 4,234 students—comprising 2,053 female and 2,181 male learners—the district delivers inclusive academic programming across all early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary grade levels.

To support its academic mission and maintain effective student engagement across all campuses, Whitley County relies on a well-rounded workforce totaling 1,430 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members according to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset. This dedicated team features an instructional core of 568 FTE teachers and 116 FTE instructional aides, backed by an extensive network of 746 support personnel who ensure smoothly run facilities and student services. Parents, students, and educational researchers seeking further information regarding the district's programs and governance can contact the administrative office at (606) 549-7000 or visit their official portal at whitley.kyschools.us.