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#163 of 218 private schools in KY

Lexington Christian Academy

School

3100 TATES CREEK RD STE 200, Lexington, KY 40502

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,190

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,190

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#163 of 218

In Lexington

#18 of 19

public schools

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About Lexington Christian Academy

Lexington Christian Academy is a private school in Lexington, KY. Lexington Christian Academy serves approximately 1,190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lexington Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares0.8 pts below KY schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Lexington 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.

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How Lexington Christian Academy compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

12.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,190

This School

564

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.7% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Lexington Christian Academy Lexington Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Lexington Christian Academy (this school)	—	1,190	11.7:1	5.4
Glendover Elementary School	0.5 mi	463	11.6:1	7.5
Julius Marks Elementary School	0.5 mi	479	14.1:1	4.4
Morton Middle School	1.3 mi	641	13.9:1	7.8
Cassidy Elementary School	1.3 mi	645	14.3:1	8.2
Opportunity Middle College	1.4 mi	117	29.2:1	3.1
Lansdowne Elementary School	1.5 mi	591	12.8:1	4.0
Henry Clay High School	1.5 mi	1,990	16.6:1	7.4
Tates Creek Middle School	1.6 mi	737	12.9:1	5.8
Tates Creek Elementary School	1.6 mi	661	13.2:1	5.0
Tates Creek High School	1.7 mi	1,733	17:1	5.7
Southern Elementary School	2.1 mi	490	10.9:1	5.0
Southern Middle School	2.1 mi	764	13.6:1	6.8
Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School	2.1 mi	560	15.1:1	7.3
Fayette County Preschool Center	2.1 mi	34	2.3:1	6.0
Lafayette High School	2.2 mi	2,373	18.3:1	7.8
Millcreek Elementary School	2.2 mi	531	11.3:1	4.8
Madeline M Breckinridge Elem School	2.2 mi	557	11.9:1	7.7
Homebound Secondary	2.2 mi	5	5:1	—
Homebound Elementary	2.2 mi	3	0.2:1	—
UK Early Childhood Lab	2.2 mi	2	2:1	—

Showing 20 of 74 schools. View all schools in Lexington

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B 5.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,225

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 17%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.7 / 10

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Enrollment 1,190

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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)

White 90.7%

Two or More 3.5%

Black 2.5%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 1.2%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3100 TATES CREEK RD STE 200, Lexington, KY 40502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lexington Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cassidy Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington	0.0 mi	1,191	4.7
THE CENTENARY SCHOOL Lexington	0.2 mi	9	—
Julius Marks Elementary School Lexington	0.5 mi	479	4.4
Glendover Elementary School Lexington	0.5 mi	463	7.5
ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Lexington	0.8 mi	10	—
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Lexington	1.2 mi	379	8.2
Morton Middle School Lexington	1.3 mi	641	7.8
Cassidy Elementary School Lexington	1.3 mi	645	8.2
REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington	1.1 mi	149	8.0
Opportunity Middle College Lexington	1.4 mi	117	3.1
Lansdowne Elementary School Lexington	1.5 mi	591	4.0
Tates Creek Middle School Lexington	1.6 mi	737	5.8
Tates Creek Elementary School Lexington	1.6 mi	661	5.0
Tates Creek High School Lexington	1.7 mi	1,733	5.7
Henry Clay High School Lexington	1.5 mi	1,990	7.4
KELL ACADEMY Lexington	2.0 mi	2	—
Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School Lexington	2.1 mi	560	7.3
Millcreek Elementary School Lexington	2.2 mi	531	4.8
Homebound Secondary Lexington	2.2 mi	5	—
Homebound Elementary Lexington	2.2 mi	3	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,939

Median Home Value

$483,600

Median Rent

$1,068/mo

Population

26,593

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

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HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Louisville, KY	729	4.8
KENTUCKY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Louisville, KY	754	6.1
LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, KY	1,191	4.7
Williamsburg City School Williamsburg, KY	842	6.3
Barbourville City School Barbourville, KY	731	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lexington Christian Academy

What grades does Lexington Christian Academy serve?

Lexington Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lexington Christian Academy?

Lexington Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,190 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lexington Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lexington Christian Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lexington Christian Academy rank in KY?

Lexington Christian Academy ranks #163 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Lexington Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lexington Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lexington Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Lexington 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 Lexington Christian Academy a religious school?

Lexington Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,190
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 102
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: Fayette County
Phone: (859) 422-5733

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