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Most Selective Private Schools in Kentucky

Name: Kentucky Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Kentucky is 91% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Kentucky is Highlands Latin School, with an acceptance rate of 37%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# KY Schools Ranked: 51
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 37%–95%
KY School Avg.: 91%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# KY Schools Ranked: 51
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 37%–95%
KY School Avg.: 91%
National School Avg.: 88%

Kentucky Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Growth: +1.1% (+1% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Kentucky (KY) avg
2025	85%	92% (▼ 1 pp)
2024	85%	93% (— 0 pp)
2023	85%	93% (— 0 pp)
2022	85%	93% (▲ 1 pp)
2021	85%	92% (▼ 1 pp)
2020	85%	93% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	85%	92% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	92% (— 0 pp)
2017	85%	92% (▲ 1 pp)
2016	85%	91% (▼ 1 pp)
2015	85%	92% (▲ 3 pp)
2013	85%	89% (▼ 2 pp)
2012	85%	91%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Kentucky (acceptance rate range: 37%–95%, avg 91%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 37% 99% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kentucky average private schools acceptance rate?

The Kentucky average private schools acceptance rate is 91% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Kentucky?

The top ranked private schools in Kentucky include Highlands Latin School, The Piarist School and The Lexington School.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Kentucky?

The most selective private high school in Kentucky is Highlands Latin School, with an acceptance rate of 37%. The most selective private elementary school is Highlands Latin School, with an acceptance rate of 37%.

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