Newton Parrish Elementary School

510 Byers Ave
Owensboro, KY 42303
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newton Parrish Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Newton Parrish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

Newton Parrish Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

School Rankings

Newton Parrish 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 Newton Parrish Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (KY)
#178 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
57%
38%
54%
45%
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
66%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newton Parrish Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Parrish Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Newton Parrish Elementary School often compared to?
Newton Parrish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutton Elementary School, Foust Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Newton Parrish Elementary School?
547 students attend Newton Parrish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Newton Parrish Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Parrish Elementary School?
Newton Parrish Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newton Parrish Elementary School offer ?
Newton Parrish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newton Parrish Elementary School part of?
Newton Parrish Elementary School is part of Owensboro Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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