Newport Central Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked KY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,600
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Newport Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Newport Central Catholic High School
9	53
10	66
11	53
12	55

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Difficulties

Year Founded

1896

Colors

Royal blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 13%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

72%

Average Class Size

26 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,600

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Tuition Notes

In district parish $4900 Out of distric parish $5390 No parish $5600

% on Financial Aid

25%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Tessy Krebs

Admissions Associate

Tessy Krebs

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Academic TeamBiology Club

Blood Drive CommitteeCatholic Order of Forresters

Choir/Liturgy Group/MusiciansCulinary Club

Drama ClubMock Trial Team

National Honor SocietyNewspaper

Pep ClubRight to Life Club

School PlaySpanish Club

Student AmbassadorsStudent Government

The Upper Room -- religious groupVolleyball Club

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School Notes

Newport Central Catholic High School is a private Catholic school of the diocese of Covington.
Its mission is received from Jesus Christ: to form men and women of service and leadership in Church and community.
The faculty, staff, students, parents, and school board become a "family" in their respect and support of one another.
As the NCC family, they work to bring to fuller realization the Kingdom of God that has already begun in their hearts.
The school commits itself to sharing in the education of the whole person with the family, the parish, and the civic community.
NCC leads each student to understand and develop personal giftedness and freedom through its curriculum and activities.
This provides for all facets of growth in an atmosphere guided by the principles of the Catholic Church.
NCC recognizes its unique role as educator in the academic area.
Today's students at NCC are being prepared to bring hope and competence to a complex society through a sharing of gospel values and the good use of knowledge and scientific technique.
Students are challenged to develop themselves to the level of their ability.
The faculty endeavors to make students conscious of God's presence in their lives, and so building in each a positive self-image.
Our students are prepared for a lifetime of learning!.

School Mascot: Thoroughbreds

NCC Objectives 1. To teach in a meaningful way the good news of Jesus Christ. 2. To treat everyone with the same respect and dignity regardless of race, creed, color, ethnic, or national origin. 3. To provide opportunities for developing bonds of respect, affection, and cooperation among all members of the NCC "family." 4. To impart basic skills needed in contemporary life. 5. To nurture spiritual, cultural, social, psychological, and physical growth in the students. 6. To discern students' gifts and weaknesses, so as to provide quality education at all levels and sequences of learning. 7. To balance students' self-direction and freedom with personal responsibility. 8. To sensitize students to issues of environmental stewardship, social justice, and reverence for life. 9. To communicate with and cooperate with parents in the academic development of their sons and daughters. 10. To engage in regular discernment with regard to school philosophy and goals.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Newport Central Catholic High School cost?

Newport Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.

What schools are Newport Central Catholic High School often compared to?

Newport Central Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Brossart High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Newport Central Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Newport Central Catholic High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Newport Central Catholic High School offer?

Newport Central Catholic High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Newport Central Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for most sports offered.

What is Newport Central Catholic High School's ranking?

Newport Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Newport Central Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Newport Central Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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