At a glance
Reported students
1,893
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
80
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
23.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky high enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 441 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
568.5
Simon Kenton High School: 1,893 reported students.
State peer staffing position
95th percentile
23.7:1 reported; state peer median 15.2:1. 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
- 1,824
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82.04
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.2:1
What the reported data says about Simon Kenton High School
Simon Kenton High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Independence. It is one of 22 current school records connected to Kenton County. NCES reports 1,893 students for 2024–25.
Among 441 high schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 191 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 23.7:1, above the Kentucky median of 15.2:1 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 (87.6%) and multiracial (5%). English learners represent 0.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Simon Kenton High School
- 1How do the reported 23.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 80 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 38.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White87.6%
- Hispanic4.4%
- Black2.4%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial5%
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
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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 Kenton County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dixie Heights High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,499 reported students
Scott High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,017 reported students
Northern Ky Youth Dev Center
High · Grades 06–12
8 reported students
Northern Ky Health Technology Center
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Summit View Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
1,324 reported students
Turkey Foot Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,006 reported students
Public schools near Simon Kenton High 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott High School High · Kenton County | 09–12 | 1,017 | 5.4 mi |
| Walton-Verona High School High · Walton-Verona Independent | 09–12 | 548 | 5.8 mi |
| Northern Ky Health Technology Center High · Kenton County | 09–12 | 0 | 6.2 mi |
| RISE Academy High · Boone County | 06–12 | 70 | 7 mi |
| Larry A. Ryle High School High · Boone County | 09–12 | 2,077 | 7.2 mi |
| Dixie Heights High School High · Kenton County | 09–12 | 1,499 | 7.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Simon Kenton High School
What grades does Simon Kenton High School serve?
Simon Kenton High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Kenton County.
How many students attend Simon Kenton High School?
Simon Kenton High School reported 1,893 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 441 Kentucky high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,824 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Simon Kenton High School?
The calculated ratio is 23.7:1, based on 1,893 students and 80 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 15.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Simon Kenton High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Simon Kenton High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Kenton County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Simon Kenton High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
38.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Simon Kenton High School in?
Simon Kenton High School is part of Kenton County, based in Fort Wright, KY, which operates 22 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Simon Kenton High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Scott High School (5.4 mi), Walton-Verona High School (5.8 mi), Northern Ky Health Technology Center (6.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.