Serving 12 students in grades 6-12, Northern Ky Youth Dev Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in KY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center's student population of 12 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern Ky Youth Dev Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Ky Youth Dev Center?
12 students attend Northern Ky Youth Dev Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northern Ky Youth Dev Center students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Ky Youth Dev Center?
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Ky Youth Dev Center offer ?
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Ky Youth Dev Center part of?
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center is part of Kenton County School District.
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