Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southgate Public 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southgate Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newport, KY, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Most residents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southgate Public School's student population of 180 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Pursuing Academic Excellence and Developing Strong Character for Every Student…Every Day
School Rankings
Southgate Public 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 Southgate Public School is 0.49, 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
#974 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Southgate Public School's ranking?
Southgate Public School is ranked #974 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Southgate Public School?
180 students attend Southgate Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Southgate Public School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southgate Public School?
Southgate Public School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southgate Public School offer ?
Southgate Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southgate Public School part of?
Southgate Public School is part of Southgate Independent School District.
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