There were 143 eighth grade students enrolled in Estill County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 12.3% fewer than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Estill County Middle School welcomed most of the eighth grade students in the county, registering 130 students.
Within Estill County schools, enrollment was highest in fourth grade and lowest in eighth grade.
Statewide, Estill County ranked 75th 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 8th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estill County Middle School | 130 | 29.1% | 446 |
| Estill County Success Academy | 13 | 12.4% | 105 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.