Serving 387 students in grades 3-6, Newport Intermediate 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 15% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Intermediate School's student population of 387 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newport Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Intermediate School is 0.69, 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
#1175 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
18%
11%
White
48%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Intermediate School's ranking?
Newport Intermediate School is ranked #1175 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Newport Intermediate School often compared to?
Newport Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newport Primary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Woodfill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Newport Intermediate School?
387 students attend Newport Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Newport Intermediate School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Intermediate School?
Newport Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newport Intermediate School offer ?
Newport Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newport Intermediate School part of?
Newport Intermediate School is part of Newport Independent School District.
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