There were 172 11th grade students enrolled in Webster County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 0.6% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Webster County High School is the only school in the county that enrolled 11th grade students.
Within Webster County schools, enrollment was highest in eighth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, Webster County ranked 77th 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 11th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webster County High School | 172 | 25.1% | 686 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.