Very Good
#44 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 20% of private schools
Mount Carmel School
School
75 MILL CREEK LAWSON RD, Jackson, KY 41339
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#44 of 218
In Jackson
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Mount Carmel School
Mount Carmel School is a private school in Jackson, KY. Mount Carmel School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Mount Carmel 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Mount Carmel School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mount Carmel 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 Mount Carmel School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Jackson, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Carmel School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Breathitt Learning Academy | — |
| Breathitt Regional School | 4.6 |
| Breathitt County High School | 5.8 |
| Breathitt County Area Technology Center | — |
| Jackson City School | 6.0 |
| Sebastian Elementary School | 3.8 |
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
75 MILL CREEK LAWSON RD, Jackson, KY 41339
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Carmel School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN TRAINING SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Lost Creek), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jackson City School (rated 6.0/10, 5.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Campton | 3.6 mi | — |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Breathitt Learning Academy Jackson | 4.8 mi | — |
| Breathitt Regional School Jackson | 4.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Breathitt County High School Jackson | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Breathitt County Area Technology Center Jackson | 5.1 mi | — |
| Jackson City School Jackson | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Sebastian Elementary School Jackson | 5.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Highland-Turner Elementary School Booneville | 8.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Campton Elementary School Campton | 9.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Wolfe County High School Campton | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Wolfe County Middle School Campton | 10.8 mi | 7.8 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN TRAINING SCHOOL Lost Creek | 11.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Red River Valley Elementary School Hazel Green | 13.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Dessie Scott School Campton | 13.9 mi | — |
| Success Academy Pine Ridge | 14.0 mi | — |
| Rogers Elementary School Rogers | 13.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Owsley County High School Booneville | 14.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Owsley County Elementary School Booneville | 14.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Lee County Middle High School Beattyville | 13.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,144
Median Home Value
$71,000
Median Rent
$560/mo
Population
10,563
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.9%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE ACADEMY OF CREATIVE LEARNING Erlanger, KY | 7.7 |
| Horse Creek Learning Center Manchester, KY | 7.5 |
| LOUISVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Louisville, KY | 8.0 |
| Phoenix Academy Winchester, KY | 7.4 |
| THE PROVISION SCHOOL Lexington, KY | 7.3 |
| CHRIST CENTRAL SCHOOL Pikeville, KY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Carmel School
What grades does Mount Carmel School serve?
Mount Carmel School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Carmel School?
Mount Carmel School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Carmel School rank in KY?
Mount Carmel School ranks #44 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Mount Carmel School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Carmel School a private school?
Yes, Mount Carmel School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount Carmel School a religious school?
Mount Carmel School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 3 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Breathitt County
- Phone
- (606) 666-5008
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