Summit Christian Academy

Christ-centered Edcuation.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,995
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Summit Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
210 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Summit Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki/Navy pants, skirts, skorts & polos

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Different rates for different grade levels.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Chriss Rooney, Principal
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChinese Club
Cooking ClubsEntrepreneurs Club
Servant Heart Ministry (service group)STEAM Club
Student Councils


Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirsGuitar Ensembles

School Notes

  • School Motto: Every student prepared to impact the world around them
  • Fully Accredited by the Association of Christian School International (ACSI) Challenging Curriculum High Stanford Achievement Test Scores: Score in the top third of the nation; many individual students score in the top 10% Members of the Kentucky Non-Public School Commission & Association of Christian Schools International Affordable Tuition Teachers are degreed professionals who participate in annual professional development Small Teacher : Student Ratio
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Summit Christian Academy cost?
Summit Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,995 for private students.
What schools are Summit Christian Academy often compared to?
Summit Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Clays Mill Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Summit Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Summit Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Summit Christian Academy offer?
Summit Christian Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Summit Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Summit Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Summit Christian Academy located?
Summit Christian Academy is located in the Open Gates neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other private schools located in Open Gates.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
Lexington Catholic High School has embedded programs like "High Marks" where students can me with their teacher or rep to help them with any difficulties in any subject matter they are learning, twice per day! They want all students to be successful and an advocate for themselves.
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5  
Our children attended SCA for Pre-K and TK. The children loved the environment and as parents we loved it too!
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5  
The kids love the SCA, and we love too. Strong academic education and Bible-centered education.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,995
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lexington, KY is $11,083 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lexington, KY is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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