Very Good
#57 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 26% of private schools
Carter Christian Academy
School
3547 HWY 773, Hitchins, KY 41146
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#57 of 218
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Carter Christian Academy
School in Hitchins · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carter Christian Academy
Carter Christian Academy is a private school in Hitchins, KY. Carter Christian Academy serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carter Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Carter Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Carter Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Carter Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in KY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3547 HWY 773, Hitchins, KY 41146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carter Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ponderosa Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Catlettsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carter City Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Grayson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fallsburg Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Louisa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hitchins, see our Hitchins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary School Grayson | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| East Carter County High School Grayson | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Prichard Elementary School Grayson | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| East Carter Middle School Grayson | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Star Elementary School Rush | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Boyd County Central School Rush | 8.1 mi | — |
| Boyd County High School Ashland | 12.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Elliott County Primary School Sandy Hook | 13.9 mi | 5.0 |
| West Carter Middle School Olive Hill | 12.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Boyd Co Early Childhood Academy Ashland | 13.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Carter Virtual Academy Olive Hill | 12.7 mi | 2.1 |
| West Carter County High School Olive Hill | 12.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Cannonsburg Elementary School Ashland | 13.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Ponderosa Elementary School Catlettsburg | 13.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Olive Hill Elementary School Olive Hill | 13.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Carter City Elementary School Grayson | 14.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Argillite Elementary School Argillite | 16.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Blaine Elementary School Blaine | 17.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Fallsburg Elementary School Louisa | 14.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Boyd County Middle School Ashland | 15.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,523
Median Rent
$1,023/mo
Population
446
College Educated
6.4%
Homeownership
78.8%
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
57.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CARROLLTON Carrollton, KY | 7.3 |
| COVENANT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Pewee Valley, KY | 7.3 |
| NELSON COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Bardstown, KY | 7.3 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Georgetown, KY | 7.3 |
| VALIANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Louisville, KY | 7.2 |
| Kentucky School for the Deaf Danville, KY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carter Christian Academy
What grades does Carter Christian Academy serve?
Carter Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Carter Christian Academy?
Carter Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carter Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Carter Christian Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Carter Christian Academy rank in KY?
Carter Christian Academy ranks #57 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Carter Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Carter Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Carter Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Carter Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Carter Christian Academy a religious school?
Carter Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Carter County
- Phone
- (606) 475-1919
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