At a glance
Reported students
505
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
36
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky middle enrollment
41st percentile
Compared with 217 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
282.5
Tichenor Middle School: 505 reported students.
State peer staffing position
18th percentile
14:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. 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
- 542
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
What the reported data says about Tichenor Middle School
Tichenor Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Erlanger. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Erlanger-Elsmere Independent. NCES reports 505 students for 2024–25.
Among 217 middle schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 559 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 41st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14:1, below the Kentucky median of 15.9:1 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 (59.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (14.1%). English learners represent 4.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.9%. 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 Tichenor Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14:1 student–teacher ratio and 36 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 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
- 4.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 87.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White59.6%
- Hispanic14.1%
- Black10.7%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander3.6%
- Multiracial12.1%
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.
Howell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
299 reported students
Lloyd High School
High · Grades 09–12
711 reported students
Lindeman Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
287 reported students
Miles Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
278 reported students
Arnett Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
253 reported students
Bartlett Educational Center
High · Grades 06–12
58 reported students
Public schools near Tichenor Middle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Foot Middle School Middle · Kenton County | 06–08 | 1,006 | 1.4 mi |
| Rector A. Jones Middle School Middle · Boone County | 06–08 | 683 | 2.1 mi |
| Ockerman Middle School Middle · Boone County | 06–08 | 674 | 3.6 mi |
| Camp Ernst Middle School Middle · Boone County | 06–08 | 688 | 5.3 mi |
| Woodland Middle School Middle · Kenton County | 06–08 | 542 | 5.5 mi |
| Conner Middle School Middle · Boone County | 06–08 | 865 | 5.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Tichenor Middle School
What grades does Tichenor Middle School serve?
Tichenor Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent.
How many students attend Tichenor Middle School?
Tichenor Middle School reported 505 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 41st percentile among 217 Kentucky middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 542 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Tichenor Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14:1, based on 505 students and 36 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Tichenor Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Tichenor Middle 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 Tichenor Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
87.7% 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 Tichenor Middle School in?
Tichenor Middle 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 Tichenor Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Turkey Foot Middle School (1.4 mi), Rector A. Jones Middle School (2.1 mi), Ockerman Middle School (3.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.