Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James A Caywood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Caywood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
James A Caywood Elementary School's student population of 582 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's About ALL Kids
School Rankings
James A Caywood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Caywood Elementary School is 0.51, which is more 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
#201 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Caywood Elementary School's ranking?
James A Caywood Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are James A Caywood Elementary School often compared to?
James A Caywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beechgrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend James A Caywood Elementary School?
582 students attend James A Caywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of James A Caywood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Caywood Elementary School?
James A Caywood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James A Caywood Elementary School offer ?
James A Caywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James A Caywood Elementary School part of?
James A Caywood Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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