Newport Central Catholic High School

What Newport Central Catholic High School does

Newport Central Catholic High School (NCC) is a private, nonprofit Catholic coeducational high school serving grades 9-12 in Newport, Kentucky, operating under the authority of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington. The school traces its history to predecessor institutions including Newport Catholic (NC), Our Lady of Providence (OLP), and the Academy of Notre Dame de Providence (ANDP), with combined heritage exceeding a century; NCC maintains an alumni base of over 9,000 graduates. It serves families in the Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati metropolitan area and is socio-economically diverse, with 60% of students receiving tuition assistance or scholarships. NCC was recognized as a CAPE Blue Ribbon School in 2025.

NCC's academic offering is structured around three tracks (Honors, College Prep, College/Career), supplemented by AP courses, dual credit partnerships with Thomas More University, Northern Kentucky University, and Gateway Community & Technical College, and an Academic Enhancement Program serving students with diagnosed learning disabilities. The St. Joseph Institute provides career and technical education in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, and automotive mechanics with internship and co-op placements at regional trade employers. Technology integration includes a 1:1 Chromebook program built on Google Workspace for Education. Extracurricularly, NCC fields 21+ athletic programs (Thoroughbred Athletics), a drama program with annual musical productions, and over a dozen student clubs. Faith formation is reinforced through a partnership with the Dynamic Catholic Institute (Matthew Kelly-founded), weekly Pillar Wednesdays, daily prayer, class masses, and community service requirements. Reported outcomes include 90% of graduates matriculating to four-year colleges and 92% student participation in athletics and/or drama.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition ($8,975 for parish families, $10,165 for non-parish families, plus approximately $800 in fees for the 2026-2027 school year), augmented by an annual fund, the multi-year Looking Up Capital Campaign (which exceeded $13 million pledged for facility improvements including a 2023 Science Learning Center and a late-2025 Ciafardini Family Athletic Complex), corporate sponsorships, and a student work-study program. Go-to-market is direct-to-family: campus tours, shadow days, fall open houses, prospective-family newsletters, and a Student Ambassador Program that maintains feeder relationships with local grade schools. NCC does not publicly disclose revenue or enrollment figures; the school is governed by the Diocese with its own principal (Kenny Collopy), administrative leadership, and a Board of Catholic Education.

Name

Newport Central Catholic High School

Legal name

Newport Central Catholic High School

Website

https://ncchs.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Newport Central Catholic High School is a private, nonprofit Catholic coeducational high school serving grades 9-12 in Newport, Kentucky, under the Diocese of Covington. It offers college-prep, dual credit, and career-technical tracks to Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati families, with 60% of students receiving tuition assistance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• Catholic secondary education
• Private high school
• College preparatory programs
• Career technical education
• Catholic faith formation

Headquarters

HQ city

Newport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue from tuition payments ($8,975 for parish families, $10,165 for non-parish, plus ~$800 in fees) for the 2026-2027 school year. Payment plans through FACTS management system.
2. Annual Fund and Capital Campaigns: Looking Up Capital Campaign raised $13+ million for facility improvements including Science Learning Center, athletic complex, and debt retirement. Annual Appeal supports ongoing operations and tuition assistance.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship program where local businesses sponsor the school through various marketing and branding opportunities at the athletic complex and school events.
4. Work Study Program: Students earn up to ~$600 toward tuition through on-campus work performing light cleaning and maintenance duties.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Newport Central Catholic High School provides Catholic coeducational secondary education (grades 9-12) in Newport, Kentucky, delivering a college-preparatory curriculum through three academic tracks (Honors, College Prep, College/Career), AP, Dual Credit, and Honors coursework, the St. Joseph Institute for career and technical trades, athletics across 21+ sports, a drama program, faith formation, and a 1:1 Chromebook technology program. The school is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington and serves Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati area families seeking holistic Catholic secondary education.

Product overview

Newport Central Catholic High School offers a comprehensive Catholic secondary education with a multi-faceted approach encompassing academic rigor, faith formation, character development, and extracurricular activities. The core educational program is structured around three academic tracks (Honors, College Prep, College/Career) that support diverse student pathways. Advanced academics are delivered through the AP, Dual Credit & Honors Program, while career and technical education is provided through the St. Joseph Institute. Academic support is available via the Academic Enhancement Program for students with learning disabilities. The school supplements its academic offerings with athletics (Thoroughbred Athletics), performing arts (Drama Program), and over a dozen student clubs. Technology integration includes a 1:1 Chromebook program for freshmen. Financial accessibility is supported through tuition assistance and scholarship programs benefiting 60% of students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• St. Joseph Institute: Career and Technical Education program exposing students to trades including electric, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, and mechanics with internship partnerships
• Academic Enhancement Program
• The Looking Up Capital Campaign
• Pillar Wednesdays

Products and services

• Academic Tracks Program Three academic tracks (Honors, College Prep, College/Career) that provide different levels of academic rigor for students in grades 9-12, with fluid transitions between tracks based on student progress.
• AP, Dual Credit & Honors Program Advanced Placement courses, dual credit opportunities through Thomas More University, Gateway Technical & Community College, and Northern Kentucky University, and honors sections for accelerated learning.
• St. Joseph Institute Career and technical education program exposing students to trades including electric, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, and mechanics, with off-campus internships and co-op opportunities through Gateway Community & Technical College and local trades partners.
• Academic Enhancement Program Academic support program for students with diagnosed learning disabilities including dyslexia, reading/writing processing disorder, and math processing disorder, providing accommodations, monitoring, and tailored instruction.
• Drama Program Theatre education program with major musical productions, Fall Cabaret, and Spring performance, offering opportunities for both on-stage acting and off-stage technical work; contributes to the 92% student participation in athletics and/or drama.
• Thoroughbred Athletics Athletic programs including fall, winter, and spring sports with varsity, JV, and freshman levels across 21+ sports including baseball, softball, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, tennis, golf, track, bowling, and cheerleading. Home games hosted at the Ciafardini Family Athletic Complex (opening late Fall 2025).
• Student Clubs & Organizations Various extracurricular clubs including Academic Team, Breds for Life, Choir, Culinary Club, Intramural Basketball, Make a Change Club, Mathletes, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Science Club, Student Government, and Yearbook (Reflections yearbook via Jostens).
• Chromebook 1:1 Program 1:1 Chromebook initiative providing each incoming freshman with a Chromebook as part of tuition, supporting digital learning through Google Workspace for Education and a BREDS technology handbook for digital citizenship.
• Tuition Assistance & Scholarships Program Financial aid program offering need-based and merit-based scholarships including HSPT scholarships, named scholarships, and work-study opportunities (up to ~$600 toward tuition). 60% of NCC students receive tuition assistance and/or scholarship aid.
• Campus Ministry & Catholic Identity Program Faith formation program including daily prayer, class masses, all-school masses at parish churches, reconciliation services, community service requirements, and a Dynamic Catholic Institute partnership assigning an annual summer reading book that shapes the school theme and theology curriculum.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of graduates attend four-year colleges/universities
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Newport Central Catholic's athletic and academic programs. Listed as part of the corporate sponsorship program providing marketing exposure to local businesses.
• Stockton MortgageminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of NCC through the corporate sponsorship program supporting academics, athletics, technology, and tuition assistance.
• HCM Wealth Advisors & CPAsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of NCC through the corporate sponsorship program.
• Boden PlumbingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and internship partner for the St. Joseph Institute vocational program, providing real-world experience for students in plumbing trades.
• DBL LawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of NCC through the corporate sponsorship program.
• Gateway Community & Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for St. Joseph Institute dual credit and co-op studies, allowing students to earn college credit and gain hands-on experience in career and technical fields.
• Edgewood ElectriccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship and co-op partner for St. Joseph Institute, providing students exposure to electrical trades and career pathways.
• Sumerel TirecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship partner for St. Joseph Institute automotive mechanics program, offering students hands-on training in tire service and automotive repair.
• Wittrock Woodworking & Manufacturing Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship partner providing students exposure to carpentry and woodworking trades through the St. Joseph Institute program.
• AMS ElectriccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship partner for St. Joseph Institute electrical training, providing students with practical experience in electrical work.
• H & R Real EstatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship partner for St. Joseph Institute providing students exposure to real estate and property management career paths.
• Dynamic Catholic InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with DCI founded by Matthew Kelly. Every school year, NCC assigns a Dynamic Catholic book for summer reading to all students and staff. Shapes the school's annual theme and strengthens theology curriculum.
• Thomas More UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit partner allowing students to earn college credit. University representatives visit NCC for individual student admissions meetings.
• Northern Kentucky UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit partner for students to earn college credit while in high school.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Notre Dame Academy (Park Hills, KY): All-girls Catholic high school in Park Hills, KY within the Diocese of Covington. Operates in the same Northern Kentucky market with similar tuition, faith formation, and college-prep academics — a direct competitor for female prospective students.
• Covington Catholic High School: Another private Catholic diocesan high school in Northern Kentucky (Park Hills), directly competing for the same families in the Newport/Covington region. Same Diocese of Covington, similar tuition tier, similar academic and athletic profile, and direct enrollment overlap.
• Seton High School: Catholic all-girls college-prep high school in Cincinnati. Comparable faith-based, diocesan-affiliated model serving the same metropolitan area and competing for the same pool of private-school families.
• Bishop Brossart High School: Catholic high school in Alexandria, KY within the Diocese of Covington, similar small-school Catholic model with college-prep academics and competitive athletics. Competes for Northern Kentucky families seeking diocesan Catholic secondary education.
• Elder High School: Catholic high school in Cincinnati with a similar all-boys college-prep, diocesan-affiliated model. Competes with NCC for Cincinnati-side Catholic families seeking private secondary education.
• La Salle High School: Catholic high school in Cincinnati offering co-ed college-prep education. Comparable faith-based academic profile and operates in the same Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky recruitment market as NCC.
• Holy Cross High School: Catholic high school in Covington, KY (Diocese of Covington) with co-ed college-prep academics, athletics, and tuition tier comparable to NCC. Operates in adjacent neighborhoods of the same primary recruitment market.
• Roger Bacon High School: Catholic co-ed high school in St. Bernard, OH (Cincinnati metro) with comparable size, college-prep academics, and diocesan affiliation. Directly competes for the same Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati private-school families.
• St. Xavier High School: Large, well-established Catholic high school in Cincinnati serving the same Cincinnati metro market. Comparable faith-based college-prep model with stronger athletic brand; a key competitor for higher-income Catholic families in the area.
• St. Henry District High School: Private Catholic high school in Erlanger, KY serving the same Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati market with similar tuition, college-prep curriculum, and diocesan affiliation. Direct competitor for the same pool of Catholic and non-Catholic families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/newport-central-catholic-high-school

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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