Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Castle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Castle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Castle Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Castle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Castle Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Castle Elementary School's ranking?
New Castle Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are New Castle Elementary School often compared to?
New Castle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbellsburg Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend New Castle Elementary School?
307 students attend New Castle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of New Castle Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Castle Elementary School?
New Castle Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Castle Elementary School offer ?
New Castle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Castle Elementary School part of?
New Castle Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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