Newport Central Catholic High School
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!.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked KY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 342 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,600
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Newport Central Catholic High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Difficulties
Year Founded
1896
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
342 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 10%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
Average Class Size
26 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
In district parish $4900
Out of distric parish $5390
No parish $5600
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Tessy Krebs
Admissions Associate
Tessy Krebs
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Team, Biology Club, Blood Drive Committee, Catholic Order of Forresters, Choir/Liturgy Group/Musicians, Culinary Club, Drama Club, Mock Trial Team, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Pep Club, Right to Life Club, School Play, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Government, The Upper Room -- religious group, Volleyball Club, Yearbook
School Notes
- 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.
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