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#168 of 218 private schools in KY

Covington Catholic High School

High School

421 MONMOUTH ST, Newport, KY 41071

Private

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#168 of 218

In Newport

#3 of 3

public schools

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Covington Catholic High School

5.2/10

High School in Newport · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Covington Catholic High School

Covington Catholic High School is a private high school in Newport, KY. Covington Catholic High School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Covington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.0 pts below KY schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Covington Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Covington Catholic High School compares to the 5 public schools in Newport, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
502
This School
vs
279
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Covington Catholic High School Newport Public Avg

All Schools in Newport

School Rating
Covington Catholic High School (this school) 5.2
Newport Regional School
Newport School of Innovation 4.3
Newport Intermediate School 6.5
Newport High School 7.9
Newport Primary School 5.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 502
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in KY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.0%
Two or More 2.6%
Hispanic 2.4%
Black 1.0%
Asian 0.6%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

421 MONMOUTH ST, Newport, KY 41071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Covington Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newport High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COVINGTON LATIN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bellevue High School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Newport Regional School Newport 0.2 mi
Newport School of Innovation Newport 0.3 mi 4.3
TRENT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Newport 0.3 mi
Newport Intermediate School Newport 0.4 mi 6.5
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Newport 0.4 mi 7.4
Newport Primary School Newport 0.6 mi 5.2
Newport High School Newport 0.6 mi 7.9
NEWPORT CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport 0.7 mi 5.6
Bellevue High School Bellevue 0.9 mi 7.3
Biggs Early Childhood Education Ctr Covington 1.2 mi 3.7
COVINGTON LATIN SCHOOL Covington 1.2 mi 7.8
Grandview Elementary School Bellevue 1.2 mi 4.5
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Covington 1.4 mi 8.0
John G Carlisle Elementary Covington 1.4 mi 8.9
Sixth District Elementary School Covington 1.6 mi 5.6
ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.7 mi 8.2
School For Creative and Performing Arts Cincinnati 1.6 mi 5.8
Southgate Public School Southgate 1.8 mi 7.4
William H Taft Elementary School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 5.8
ST FRANCIS SERAPH SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,329

Median Home Value

$186,000

Median Rent

$1,047/mo

Population

19,662

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

52.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Park Hills, KY 5.2
Prestonsburg High School Prestonsburg, KY 5.3
COVINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Park Hills, KY 5.1
Success Academy Lexington, KY 5.1
MERCY ACADEMY Louisville, KY 5.4
Magoffin County High School Salyersville, KY 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Covington Catholic High School

What grades does Covington Catholic High School serve?

Covington Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Covington Catholic High School?

Covington Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Covington Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Covington Catholic High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Covington Catholic High School rank in KY?

Covington Catholic High School ranks #168 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Covington Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Covington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Covington Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Covington Catholic High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Covington Catholic High School a religious school?

Covington Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
95 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
502
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Campbell County

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