At a glance
Reported students
253
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
24
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky elementary enrollment
13th percentile
Compared with 718 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
282.5
Arnett Elementary School: 253 reported students.
State peer staffing position
4th percentile
10.5:1 reported; state peer median 14.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 251
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.4:1
What the reported data says about Arnett Elementary School
Arnett Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Erlanger. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Erlanger-Elsmere Independent. NCES reports 253 students for 2024–25.
Among 718 elementary schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 436.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 13th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.5:1, below the Kentucky median of 14.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (55.7%) and Black (15.4%). English learners represent 6.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 30.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Arnett Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 10.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 24 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.61 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 30.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 89.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.61
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White55.7%
- Hispanic13%
- Black15.4%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.2%
- Multiracial14.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Miles Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
278 reported students
Lindeman Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
287 reported students
Howell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
299 reported students
Bartlett Educational Center
High · Grades 06–12
58 reported students
Early Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
40 reported students
Tichenor Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
505 reported students
Public schools near Arnett Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howell Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 299 | 0.4 mi |
| James A Caywood Elementary School Elementary · Kenton County | PK–05 | 582 | 0.7 mi |
| Miles Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 278 | 1.1 mi |
| Hillard Collins Elementary School Elementary · Boone County | PK–05 | 571 | 1.6 mi |
| Lindeman Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 287 | 1.7 mi |
| R C Hinsdale Elementary School Elementary · Kenton County | PK–05 | 555 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Arnett Elementary School
What grades does Arnett Elementary School serve?
Arnett Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent.
How many students attend Arnett Elementary School?
Arnett Elementary School reported 253 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 13th percentile among 718 Kentucky elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 251 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arnett Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 10.5:1, based on 253 students and 24 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 14.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Arnett Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Arnett Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Erlanger-Elsmere Independent attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Arnett Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
89.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Arnett Elementary School in?
Arnett Elementary School is part of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent, based in Erlanger, KY, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Arnett Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Howell Elementary School (0.4 mi), James A Caywood Elementary School (0.7 mi), Miles Elementary School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.