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Most Selective Private Preschools in Kentucky

Name: Kentucky Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool acceptance rate in Kentucky is 90% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Kentucky is June Buchanan School, with an acceptance rate of 7%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# KY Schools Ranked: 43
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–95%
KY School Avg.: 90%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# KY Schools Ranked: 43
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–95%
KY School Avg.: 90%
National School Avg.: 87%

Kentucky Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Total Growth: (-6.5%) (-6% since 2015)

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Year	National avg	Kentucky (KY) avg
2025	83%	87% (▼ 9 pp)
2024	88%	96% (— 0 pp)
2023	88%	96% (— 0 pp)
2022	88%	96% (▲ 1 pp)
2021	88%	95% (— 0 pp)
2020	88%	95% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	88%	94% (— 0 pp)
2018	88%	94% (— 0 pp)
2017	88%	94% (— 0 pp)
2016	88%	94% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	88%	93%

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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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Acceptance Rate Range: 7% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kentucky average private preschools acceptance rate?

The Kentucky average private preschools acceptance rate is 90% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private preschools in Kentucky?

The top ranked private preschools in Kentucky include June Buchanan School, Foundation Christian Academy and The Lexington School.

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