Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White's Tower Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: White's Tower Elementary School serves the northeast part of Independence, KY, covering an area of approximately 32.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White's Tower 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
White's Tower Elementary School's student population of 675 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
White's Tower Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White's Tower Elementary School is 0.24, which is less 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
#86 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White's Tower Elementary School's ranking?
White's Tower Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are White's Tower Elementary School often compared to?
White's Tower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend White's Tower Elementary School?
675 students attend White's Tower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of White's Tower Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White's Tower Elementary School?
White's Tower Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does White's Tower Elementary School offer ?
White's Tower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White's Tower Elementary School part of?
White's Tower Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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