Serving 6 students in grades 6-12, Newport Regional School 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 2:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Regional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Regional School's student population of 6 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Newport Regional School is 0.62, which is more 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
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
33%
11%
White
50%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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 Newport Regional School?
6 students attend Newport Regional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Newport Regional School students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Regional School?
Newport Regional School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newport Regional School offer ?
Newport Regional School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport Regional School part of?
Newport Regional School is part of Newport Independent School District.
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