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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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)
(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 1,267 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 is Newton Parrish Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Parrish Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,267 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?
63% 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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