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Kentucky Alternative Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 alternative private schools serving 1,080 students in Kentucky.

The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average acceptance rate of 89%.

77% of alternative private schools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Mennonite).

The alternative private school in Kentucky is Academy For Individual Excellence.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 1,080

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 13
# Students Served: 1,080

Kentucky Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

1,080

Students

$10,000

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Kentucky?

The alternative private schools in Kentucky is Academy For Individual Excellence.

How many alternative private schools are located in Kentucky?

13 alternative private schools are located in Kentucky.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Kentucky?

Kentucky alternative private schools are approximately 7% minority students, which is lower than the Kentucky private school average of 13%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Kentucky?

77% of alternative private schools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Mennonite).

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