There were 62 Hispanic or Latino students enrolled in Caldwell County schools in the 2023-24 school year, a 12.7% increase from the 55 Hispanic or Latino students in the previous school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Data showed that Caldwell County welcomed a total of 2,013 students during the 2023-24 school year. Among them, Hispanic or Latino students comprised 3.1% of the student body to be the third least represented ethnicity in the county.
Among the four schools in Caldwell County, two schools recorded the highest enrollment of Hispanic or Latino students in the 2023-24 school year, with a total of 17 students.
Kentucky is in the midst of a statewide teacher shortage as turnover rates spiked to 10.9% in 2023, up from an 8.9% nine-year average. This issue is more prominent in schools with more low-income and minority students.
Between 2019 and 2023, there was an increase of 260% in the number of available teaching posts in Kentucky schools. This often leads to larger class sizes, combining programs, and retaining staff despite potential negative impacts on teacher working conditions.
| School name | % of Hispanic or Latino Students | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Caldwell County High School | 2.7% | 584 |
| Caldwell County Middle School | 3.8% | 451 |
| Caldwell County Primary School | 3% | 576 |
| Caldwell County Elementary School | 3% | 402 |
