Summit View Academy

5006 Madison Pike
Independence, KY 41051

1,431 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Summit View Academy is a public school located in Independence, Kentucky, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Kenton County School District, the academy is known for its focus on providing a structured, supportive environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of the "whole child." The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for high school success, placing a strong emphasis on foundational skills in core subjects while integrating technology and project-based learning to keep students engaged.

Beyond the classroom, Summit View Academy places a high value on building a strong school culture and community involvement. The school offers various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs, providing students with opportunities to explore their interests and develop leadership skills outside of traditional academics. With a focus on high expectations and character education, the academy strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and contribute positively to the broader Independence community.

1,431

Total Students

83.8

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

41.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Summit View Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,221
Hispanic	74
Black	44
Asian	2
Two or More	88
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,221 (85.3 %)
Two or More
88 (6.1 %)
Hispanic
74 (5.2 %)
Black
44 (3.1 %)
Asian
2 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Kenton County
Phone:	(859)359-9600
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	1,431
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	83.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	555
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 49

Kindergarten 123

Grade 1 124

Grade 2 102

Grade 3 101

Grade 4 116

Grade 5 90

Grade 6 237

Grade 7 229

Grade 8 260