Very Good
#78 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 35% of private schools
Lafontaine Preparatory School
Elementary School
993 FOUR MILE RD, Richmond, KY 40475
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#78 of 218
In Richmond
#2 of 2
public schools
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Lafontaine Preparatory School
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lafontaine Preparatory School
Lafontaine Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Richmond, KY. Lafontaine Preparatory School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafontaine Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Lafontaine Preparatory 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.
Lafontaine Preparatory 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lafontaine Preparatory School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lafontaine Preparatory School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Daniel Boone Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Glenn R Marshall Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Madison Kindergarten Academy | 6.6 |
| Kit Carson Elementary School | 5.3 |
| White Hall Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Kirksville Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Boonesborough Elementary | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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
993 FOUR MILE RD, Richmond, KY 40475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafontaine Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Boonesborough Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 6.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shannon Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Berea), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn R Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Central High School Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Daniel Boone Elementary School Richmond | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| B. Michael Caudill Middle School Richmond | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Madison Kindergarten Academy Richmond | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Glenn R Marshall Elementary School Richmond | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Madison County Day Treatment Richmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bellevue Transitional School Richmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| Madison Middle School Richmond | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Clark Moores Middle School Richmond | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Kit Carson Elementary School Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| White Hall Elementary School Richmond | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Kirksville Elementary School Richmond | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Boonesborough Elementary Richmond | 6.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Kingston Elementary School Berea | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Waco Elementary School Waco | 7.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Farristown Middle School Berea | 10.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Shannon Johnson Elementary School Berea | 11.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Silver Creek Elementary School Berea | 11.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Foley Middle School Berea | 11.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,731
Median Home Value
$232,700
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
65,030
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafontaine Preparatory School
What grades does Lafontaine Preparatory School serve?
Lafontaine Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lafontaine Preparatory School?
Lafontaine Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafontaine Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafontaine Preparatory School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lafontaine Preparatory School rank in KY?
Lafontaine Preparatory School ranks #78 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Lafontaine Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafontaine Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lafontaine Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Lafontaine Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lafontaine Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Lafontaine Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (859) 353-8202
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