For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 437 students in 40508, KY (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,622 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 40508, KY are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
33% of private schools in 40508, KY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).
Private Schools in 40508, KY (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Good Shepherd Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
544 Sayre Ave
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-9734
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-9734
Gr: PK-K | 151 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Providence Montessori School
Montessori School
1209 Texaco Rd
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-7330
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-7330
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Woodland Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
575 Woodland Ave
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-3444
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-3444
Gr: NS-PK
40508, Kentucky Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montessori High School (Closed 2025)
Montessori School
620 South Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 455-8064
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 455-8064
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Avg. class size: 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 40508, KY?
3 private schools are located in 40508, KY.
What percentage of students in 40508 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 40508 are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 40508?
33% of private schools in 40508 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).
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