Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ryland Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryland Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ryland Heights Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ryland Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ryland Heights Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 1230 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ryland Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Ryland Heights Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ryland Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Ryland Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Ridge Elementary School, Taylor Mill Elementary School, White's Tower 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 30% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Ryland Heights Elementary School?
451 students attend Ryland Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ryland Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryland Heights Elementary School?
Ryland Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ryland Heights Elementary School offer ?
Ryland Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ryland Heights Elementary School part of?
Ryland Heights Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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