Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ryland Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryland Heights 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
Ryland Heights Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Ryland Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ryland Heights Elementary School is 0.24, which is less 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
#85 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ryland Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Ryland Heights Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ryland Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Ryland Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Mill Elementary School, River Ridge Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ryland Heights Elementary School?
449 students attend Ryland Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ryland Heights Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryland Heights Elementary School?
Ryland Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ryland Heights Elementary School offer ?
Ryland Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ryland Heights Elementary School part of?
Ryland Heights Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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