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#118 of 218 private schools in KY
Harlan County Christian School
School
6340 HWY 522, Totz, KY 40870
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#118 of 218
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Harlan County Christian School
School in Totz · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harlan County Christian School
Harlan County Christian School is a private school in Totz, KY. Harlan County Christian School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harlan County Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Harlan County Christian School 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Harlan County Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harlan County Christian School 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
6340 HWY 522, Totz, KY 40870
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harlan County Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Green Hills Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Bledsoe), which scores notably higher. Another option is James A. Cawood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Harlan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Viper Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Viper), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Totz, see our Totz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Evarts Elementary School Evarts | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Black Mountain Elementary School Evarts | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Harlan County High School Baxter | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Rosspoint Elementary School Baxter | 6.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Cawood Elementary School Cawood | 9.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Sunshine School Harlan | 8.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Harlan Elementary School Harlan | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Harlan High School Harlan | 8.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Green Hills Elementary School Bledsoe | 8.8 mi | 8.9 |
| APPALACHIAN CHALLENGE ACADEMY Grays Knob | 10.0 mi | 5.8 |
| James A. Cawood Elementary Harlan | 10.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Hayes Lewis Elementary School Yeaddiss | 11.5 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Charles Elementary St. Charles | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lee High Jonesville | 14.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Cumberland Elementary School Cumberland | 12.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Pennington Middle Pennington Gap | 14.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Wallins Elementary School Wallins | 13.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Jonesville Middle Jonesville | 16.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Viper Elementary School Viper | 17.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Stinnett Elementary School Hoskinston | 15.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,961
Median Home Value
$128,800
Median Rent
$648/mo
Population
635
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
88.1%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
51.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morgantown, KY | 6.3 |
| UNION POINTE ACADEMY Florence, KY | 6.3 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN TRAINING SCHOOL Lost Creek, KY | 6.4 |
| Transformational Learning Center Covington, KY | 6.0 |
| CORNER STONE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Madisonville, KY | 6.8 |
| The Academy at Horizons Bardstown, KY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harlan County Christian School
What grades does Harlan County Christian School serve?
Harlan County Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Harlan County Christian School?
Harlan County Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harlan County Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harlan County Christian School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harlan County Christian School rank in KY?
Harlan County Christian School ranks #118 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Harlan County Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harlan County Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harlan County Christian School a private school?
Yes, Harlan County Christian School 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 Harlan County Christian School a religious school?
Harlan County Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harlan County
- Phone
- (606) 574-1900
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