Best Kentucky Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 374 private schools serving 67,618 students in Kentucky (there are 1,535 public schools, serving 653,795 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Kentucky are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $7,073 for elementary schools and $8,286 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Kentucky include Lexington Christian Academy, Sayre School and Trinity Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 11% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
77% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Kentucky Private Schools by County (2024)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
15
1,421
6%
19
2,811
20%
35
6,501
14%
96
28,822
23%
43
8,210
27%
10
1,266
15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Kentucky?
The best top ranked private schools in Kentucky include Lexington Christian Academy, Sayre School and Trinity Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Kentucky?
374 private schools are located in Kentucky.
How much do private schools cost in Kentucky?
The average private school tuition in Kentucky is $7,073 for elementary schools and $8,286 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Kentucky?
Kentucky private schools are approximately 11% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Kentucky go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Kentucky are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Kentucky?
77% of private schools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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