Very Good
#32 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 14% of private schools
Sayre School
School
194 N LIMESTONE, Lexington, KY 40507
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#32 of 218
In Lexington
#8 of 19
public schools
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Sayre School
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About Sayre School
Sayre School is a private school in Lexington, KY. Sayre School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sayre School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Sayre School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sayre 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 Sayre School compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sayre School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Lexington Trad Magnet School | 4.6 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 3.2 |
| George Washington Carver STEM Academy | 7.1 |
| William Wells Brown Elementary | 7.1 |
| Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School | 7.3 |
| Homebound Secondary | — |
| Homebound Elementary | — |
| Ashland Elementary School | 7.8 |
| UK Early Childhood Lab | — |
| Arlington Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Cassidy Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Booker T Washington Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Morton Middle School | 7.8 |
| Opportunity Middle College | 3.1 |
| Family Care Center | — |
| Fayette County Learning Center | 4.6 |
| Audrey Grevious Center | — |
| Northern Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Fayette Pre-School | 3.5 |
| Picadome Elementary School | 4.7 |
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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
194 N LIMESTONE, Lexington, KY 40507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sayre School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cassidy Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STS. PETER & PAUL REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Trad Magnet School Lexington | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| STS. PETER & PAUL REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lexington | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BLUEGRASS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Harrison Elementary School Lexington | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| George Washington Carver STEM Academy Lexington | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.7 mi | — |
| Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| KELL ACADEMY Lexington | 0.8 mi | — |
| William Wells Brown Elementary Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Homebound Secondary Lexington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Homebound Elementary Lexington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ashland Elementary School Lexington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| UK Early Childhood Lab Lexington | 1.0 mi | — |
| Arlington Elementary School Lexington | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cassidy Elementary School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Booker T Washington Elementary School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Morton Middle School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Opportunity Middle College Lexington | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Lexington | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,543
Median Home Value
$391,000
Median Rent
$642/mo
Population
2,225
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
21.6%
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
50.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burgin Independent School Burgin, KY | 7.8 |
| Buckhorn School Buckhorn, KY | 7.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL SYSTEM Paducah, KY | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY | 7.7 |
| Augusta Independent School Augusta, KY | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sayre School
What grades does Sayre School serve?
Sayre School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sayre School?
Sayre School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sayre School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sayre School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sayre School rank in KY?
Sayre School ranks #32 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Sayre School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sayre School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sayre School a private school?
Yes, Sayre 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 Sayre School a religious school?
No, Sayre School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (859) 254-1361
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