Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Latonia Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Latonia Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Latonia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Latonia Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#629 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
15%
11%
White
64%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Latonia Elementary School's ranking?
Latonia Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Latonia Elementary School often compared to?
Latonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beechgrove Elementary School, Beechwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Latonia Elementary School?
266 students attend Latonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Latonia Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latonia Elementary School?
Latonia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Latonia Elementary School offer ?
Latonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Latonia Elementary School part of?
Latonia Elementary School is part of Covington Independent School District.
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