Bethabara Baptist Church

Bethabara Baptist Church in Philpot, KY serves 6 students from kindergarten through 2nd grade in a rural setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 with 2 teachers supporting its co–educational elementary program.
Founded in 1844, Bethabara Baptist Church is among the oldest private schools in Kentucky by founding date.
The student body includes 16.67% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this small rural school.
Affiliated with the Baptist denomination, the school offers a religious–based education focused on early elementary grades.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked KY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Bethabara Baptist Church ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Year Founded
1844

Student Body

Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Bethabara Baptist Church's ranking?
Bethabara Baptist Church ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bethabara Baptist Church?
The application deadline for Bethabara Baptist Church is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked KY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Kentucky is $8,845 for elementary schools and $9,293 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kentucky is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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