Serving 162 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The New Haven 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 17% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The New Haven School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
The New Haven School's student population of 162 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The New Haven 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 The New Haven School is 0.10, which is less 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
#1191 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
95%
71%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The New Haven School's ranking?
The New Haven School is ranked #1191 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend The New Haven School?
162 students attend The New Haven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of The New Haven School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The New Haven School?
The New Haven School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The New Haven School offer ?
The New Haven School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is The New Haven School part of?
The New Haven School is part of Nelson County School District.
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