Serving 361 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 18% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (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 361 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Newport Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1138 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
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
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
20%
11%
White
47%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 is Newport Intermediate School's ranking?
Newport Intermediate School is ranked #1138 out of 1,250 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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?
361 students attend Newport Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Newport Intermediate School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport Intermediate School part of?
Newport Intermediate School is part of Newport Independent School District.
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