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Kentucky Blue Ribbon Private High Schools

Private schools: For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 blue ribbon private high schools serving 10,313 students in Kentucky.

Tuition: The average tuition cost is $11,318, which is higher than the Kentucky private high school average tuition cost of $9,415.

Affiliations: 93% of blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Presbyterian).

Top schools: The blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky include St. Xavier High School, Covington Latin School, and Trinity High School.

About these schools: Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 10,313

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 10,313

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky?

The blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky include St. Xavier High School, Covington Latin School, and Trinity High School.

How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Kentucky?

15 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Kentucky.

How much do blue ribbon private high schools cost in Kentucky?

The average tuition cost is $11,318, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average tuition cost of $9,415.

How diverse are blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky?

Kentucky blue ribbon private high schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Kentucky private school average of 14%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Kentucky?

93% of blue ribbon private high schools in Kentucky are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Presbyterian).

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