Newport Primary School serves 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Primary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Newport Primary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)50-54%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)50-54%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
17%
11%
White
43%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Newport Primary School often compared to?
Newport Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newport Intermediate School, Woodfill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% KY state average).
How many students attend Newport Primary School?
396 students attend Newport Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Newport Primary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Primary School?
Newport Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newport Primary School offer ?
Newport Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport Primary School part of?
Newport Primary School is part of Newport Independent School District.
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