Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donald E. Cline Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Donald E. Cline Elementary School serves the northwest part of Newport, KY, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles, where most families are within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest point from the school is about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald E. Cline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Donald E. Cline Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Donald E. Cline Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald E. Cline Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 1250 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald E. Cline Elementary School's ranking?
Donald E. Cline Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Donald E. Cline Elementary School often compared to?
Donald E. Cline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Elementary School, John W. Reiley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Donald E. Cline Elementary School?
398 students attend Donald E. Cline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Donald E. Cline Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald E. Cline Elementary School?
Donald E. Cline Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Donald E. Cline Elementary School offer ?
Donald E. Cline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald E. Cline Elementary School part of?
Donald E. Cline Elementary School is part of Campbell County School District.
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