Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ft Wright Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ft Wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ft Wright Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Ft Wright Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ft Wright Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#56 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
71%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ft Wright Elementary School's ranking?
Ft Wright Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ft Wright Elementary School often compared to?
Ft Wright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Caywood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ft Wright Elementary School?
485 students attend Ft Wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ft Wright Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ft Wright Elementary School?
Ft Wright Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ft Wright Elementary School offer ?
Ft Wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ft Wright Elementary School part of?
Ft Wright Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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