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#62 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 28% of private schools

Providence Christian Academy

School

172 SOUTHGATE DR, Georgetown, KY 40324

Private

Enrollment

84

Student-Teacher

7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#62 of 218

In Georgetown

#2 of 2

public schools

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Providence Christian Academy

7.3/10

School in Georgetown · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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About Providence Christian Academy

Providence Christian Academy is a private school in Georgetown, KY. Providence Christian Academy serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.1 pts above KY schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 84 students, Providence Christian Academy 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 7:1 students to teachers, Providence Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Providence 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Providence Christian Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Georgetown, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
84
This School
vs
654
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94% vs 0%
Black 3.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Providence Christian Academy Georgetown Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Providence Christian Academy (this school) 7.3
Southern Elementary School 3.4
Lemons Mill Elementary School 3.6
Georgetown Middle School 6.8
Garth Elementary School 7.4
Creekside Elementary 7.3
Western Elementary School 5.3
Great Crossing High School 6.9
Scott County Middle School 7.7
Phoenix Horizon Community 6.1
Scott County High School 6.2
Royal Spring Middle School 5.9
Anne Mason Elementary School 4.7
Eastern Elementary School 5.2
Northern Elementary School 5.3

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 84
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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 94.0%
Black 3.6%
Asian 1.2%
Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

172 SOUTHGATE DR, Georgetown, KY 40324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rise STEM Academy for Girls (rated 9.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sandersville Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Southern Elementary School Georgetown 0.8 mi 3.4
Lemons Mill Elementary School Georgetown 0.9 mi 3.6
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 1.2 mi 6.8
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GEORGETOWN Georgetown 1.2 mi
Garth Elementary School Georgetown 1.7 mi 7.4
The Stables Lexington 1.8 mi 3.9
Creekside Elementary Georgetown 1.9 mi 7.3
ST JOHN SCHOOL Georgetown 2.9 mi 7.8
Western Elementary School Georgetown 3.1 mi 5.3
Scott County Middle School Georgetown 3.5 mi 7.7
Phoenix Horizon Community Georgetown 3.6 mi 6.1
Scott County High School Georgetown 3.6 mi 6.2
Great Crossing High School Georgetown 3.3 mi 6.9
Royal Spring Middle School Georgetown 4.1 mi 5.9
Anne Mason Elementary School Georgetown 4.1 mi 4.7
Scott County Preschool Georgetown 4.0 mi 3.8
Future Forward Education & Career Center Lexington 4.8 mi 3.5
Sandersville Elementary Lexington 5.5 mi 7.8
Rise STEM Academy for Girls Lexington 5.8 mi 9.7
Eastern Elementary School Georgetown 5.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,012

Median Home Value

$262,700

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

52,173

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

35.2

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NELSON COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Bardstown, KY 7.3
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CARTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hitchins, KY 7.4
Horse Creek Learning Center Manchester, KY 7.5
Waller-Williams Environmental Louisville, KY 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence Christian Academy

What grades does Providence Christian Academy serve?

Providence Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Providence Christian Academy?

Providence Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Providence Christian Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence Christian Academy rank in KY?

Providence Christian Academy ranks #62 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Providence Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Providence 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 Providence Christian Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
84
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Scott County

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