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#103 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 47% of private schools
Lexington Catholic High School
High School
2250 CLAYS MILL RD, Lexington, KY 40503
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#103 of 218
In Lexington
#16 of 19
public schools
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About Lexington Catholic High School
Lexington Catholic High School is a private high school in Lexington, KY. Lexington Catholic High School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lexington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lexington Catholic High 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 Lexington Catholic High School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lexington Catholic High School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Lafayette High School | 7.8 |
| Opportunity Middle College | 3.1 |
| Family Care Center | — |
| Audrey Grevious Center | — |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar High School | 7.8 |
| Homebound Secondary | — |
| Henry Clay High School | 7.4 |
| Tates Creek High School | 5.7 |
| Fayette County Learning Center | 4.6 |
| Martin L King Acad for Excellence Alt | 3.9 |
| STEAM Academy | 6.0 |
| Success Academy | 5.1 |
| Ridge Hospital Alt. High School | — |
| Bryan Station High School | 5.8 |
| Frederick Douglass High School | 7.0 |
| Carter G. Woodson Academy | 5.9 |
| Future Forward Education & Career Center | 3.5 |
| The Stables | 3.9 |
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
2250 CLAYS MILL RD, Lexington, KY 40503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lexington Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wellington Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clays Mill Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clays Mill Elementary School Lexington | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| MARY QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Scapa At Bluegrass Lexington | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Lafayette High School Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Fayette County Preschool Center Lexington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Picadome Elementary School Lexington | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Fayette Pre-School Lexington | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Garden Springs Elementary School Lexington | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LEXINGTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Lexington | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Jessie M Clark Middle School Lexington | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| James Lane Allen Elementary School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Beaumont Middle School Lexington | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Stonewall Elementary School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| THE LEXINGTON SCHOOL Lexington | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Wellington Elementary Lexington | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Lexington | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,161
Median Home Value
$280,000
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
27,825
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Casey County High School Liberty, KY | 6.4 |
| Jackson County High School Mckee, KY | 6.4 |
| Logan County High School Russellville, KY | 6.4 |
| Mayfield High School Mayfield, KY | 6.4 |
| East Carter County High School Grayson, KY | 6.5 |
| Gallatin County High School Warsaw, KY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lexington Catholic High School
What grades does Lexington Catholic High School serve?
Lexington Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lexington Catholic High School?
Lexington Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lexington Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lexington Catholic High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lexington Catholic High School rank in KY?
Lexington Catholic High School ranks #103 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Lexington Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lexington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lexington Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Lexington Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lexington Catholic High School a religious school?
Lexington Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (859) 277-7183
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