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#20 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 9% of private schools

Holy Family Catholic School

Elementary School

338 E 16TH ST, Covington, KY 41014

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#20 of 218

In Covington

#1 of 6

public schools

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Holy Family Catholic School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Covington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sixth District Elementary School

5.6/10

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3.7/10

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About Holy Family Catholic School

Holy Family Catholic School is a private elementary school in Covington, KY. Holy Family Catholic School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.7 pts above KY schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Holy Family Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Holy Family Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Holy Family Catholic 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 Holy Family Catholic School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Covington, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
380
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 38.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 36.4% vs 0%
Black 20% vs 0%
Holy Family Catholic School Covington Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Family Catholic School (this school) 8.0
Sixth District Elementary School 5.6
Holmes Middle School 6.8
Glenn O Swing Elementary 8.7
John G Carlisle Elementary 8.9
Ninth District Elementary 5.1
Latonia Elementary School 7.2
Ft Wright Elementary School 8.8
Transformational Learning Center 6.0
Taylor Mill Elementary School 8.5

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)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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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 38.2%
Hispanic 36.4%
Black 20.0%
Two or More 5.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

338 E 16TH ST, Covington, KY 41014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Family Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John G Carlisle Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glenn O Swing Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Sixth District Elementary School Covington 0.2 mi 5.6
Biggs Early Childhood Education Ctr Covington 0.5 mi 3.7
COVINGTON LATIN SCHOOL Covington 0.6 mi 7.8
Covington Adult High School Covington 0.8 mi
Holmes Middle School Covington 0.8 mi 6.8
Holmes High School Covington 0.8 mi 6.9
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Covington 0.8 mi 7.1
Glenn O Swing Elementary Covington 0.9 mi 8.7
John G Carlisle Elementary Covington 0.9 mi 8.9
Newport Primary School Newport 1.0 mi 5.2
Newport Intermediate School Newport 1.1 mi 6.5
Newport School of Innovation Newport 1.1 mi 4.3
Newport Regional School Newport 1.2 mi
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Newport 1.4 mi 7.4
COVINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport 1.4 mi 5.2
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI Covington 1.2 mi 7.9
Ninth District Elementary Covington 1.5 mi 5.1
NEWPORT CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport 1.3 mi 5.6
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Covington 1.7 mi 5.8
TRENT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Newport 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,148

Median Home Value

$149,400

Median Rent

$979/mo

Population

7,118

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

52.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

27.4%

Median Age

33.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI Covington, KY 7.9
CRESCENT RIDGE ACADEMY Crescent Springs, KY 7.7
FRIENDS SCHOOL Louisville, KY 7.7
ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond, KY 7.4
THE MILLARD SCHOOL Louisa, KY 7.1
ST MARY SCHOOL Paris, KY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Family Catholic School

What grades does Holy Family Catholic School serve?

Holy Family Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Family Catholic School?

Holy Family Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Family Catholic School rank in KY?

Holy Family Catholic School ranks #20 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Holy Family Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Family Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Holy Family Catholic School is a private coeducational 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 Holy Family Catholic School a religious school?

Holy Family Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kenton County

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