Serving 521 students in grades 7-12, Newport High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district within Newport, KY, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 1.2 miles and the furthest point located 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newport High School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport High School is 0.73, 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
#1178 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 Newport High School's ranking?
Newport High School is ranked #1178 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Newport High School often compared to?
Newport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue High School, Campbell County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newport High School?
The graduation rate of Newport High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Newport High School?
521 students attend Newport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Newport High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport High School?
Newport High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newport High School offer ?
Newport High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport High School part of?
Newport High School is part of Newport Independent School District.
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