Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ninth District Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ninth District Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ninth District Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Making a difference today, for tomorrow!
School Rankings
Ninth District Elementary 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 Ninth District Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1195 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
22%
11%
White
36%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ninth District Elementary School's ranking?
Ninth District Elementary School is ranked #1195 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ninth District Elementary School?
324 students attend Ninth District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Ninth District Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ninth District Elementary School?
Ninth District Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ninth District Elementary School offer ?
Ninth District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ninth District Elementary School part of?
Ninth District Elementary School is part of Covington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ninth District Elementary School located?
Ninth District Elementary School is located in the West Latonia neighborhood of Latonia, KY.
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