Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John G Carlisle Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John G Carlisle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John G Carlisle Elementary School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John G Carlisle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John G Carlisle Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
44%
9%
Black
23%
11%
White
21%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John G Carlisle Elementary School's ranking?
John G Carlisle Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are John G Carlisle Elementary School often compared to?
John G Carlisle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ft Wright Elementary School, Mary A. Goetz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend John G Carlisle Elementary School?
304 students attend John G Carlisle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of John G Carlisle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John G Carlisle Elementary School?
John G Carlisle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does John G Carlisle Elementary School offer ?
John G Carlisle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John G Carlisle Elementary School part of?
John G Carlisle Elementary School is part of Covington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is John G Carlisle Elementary School located?
John G Carlisle Elementary School is located in the Seminary Square neighborhood of Covington, KY.
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