Capital Day School

Capital Day School is dedicated to providing an accelerated and enriched curriculum that inspires academic excellence.
By instilling a strong sense of responsibility to others and to one's self, Capital Day School promotes intellectual, cultural, physical, and social growth for each student.
Capital Day School fosters a love of learning in a positive, nurturing, and safe environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Capital Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Capital Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Advanced Courses
5th Grade Field Trip - Space Camp Astrotrek®, 6th Grade Field Trip - Humanities - Language Art and Art, 7th Grade Field Trip - Social Studies, 8th Grade Field Trip - Science - Key Largo, D.C., Florida, Washington
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Lindsay Barnes
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
8th Grade Retreat, Chess Club, Community Service, Duke TIP, Governer's Cup, KUNA, KYA, National Geographic Bee, School Wide Interdisciplinary Unit, Science Club, Spelling Bee, Student Council, World Language, Young Authors

School Notes

  • Capital Day School is an independent school for pre-kindergarten classes through the eighth grade. The school stresses the highest standards of academic pursuit and personal development. The academic standards are achieved through knowledgeable and stimulating instruction carried on in small classes, thus creating a caring atmosphere. A strong emphasis is placed on reading, mathematics, creative and expository writing, science, languages, and the arts. Personal standards are maintained through self-discipline and responsibility on the part of each student, a growing awareness of each individual's needs, and the understanding and respect of others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Capital Day School often compared to?
Capital Day School is often viewed alongside schools like The Frankfort Christian Academy, Good Shepherd Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Capital Day School offer?
Capital Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Capital Day School?
The application deadline for Capital Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Capital Day School located?
Capital Day School is located in the Thistleton Heights neighborhood of Frankfort, KY.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Kentucky is $9,027 for elementary schools and $9,577 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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