Excellent
#19 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 8% of private schools
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School
Elementary School
423 W SHORT ST, Lexington, KY 40507
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#19 of 218
In Lexington
#4 of 19
public schools
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Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School
Elementary School in Lexington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lexington, KY. Sts.
Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic 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 Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School compares to 65 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Lexington Trad Magnet School | 4.6 |
| George Washington Carver STEM Academy | 7.1 |
| Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School | 7.3 |
| UK Early Childhood Lab | — |
| William Wells Brown Elementary | 7.1 |
| Homebound Secondary | — |
| Homebound Elementary | — |
| Booker T Washington Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Ashland Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Arlington Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Fayette County Learning Center | 4.6 |
| Audrey Grevious Center | — |
| Cassidy Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Morton Middle School | 7.8 |
| Fayette Pre-School | 3.5 |
| Picadome Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Fayette County Preschool Center | 6.0 |
| Scapa At Bluegrass | 9.1 |
| Meadowthorpe Elementary School | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 65 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
423 W SHORT ST, Lexington, KY 40507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cassidy Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Booker T Washington Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ashland Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Elementary School Lexington | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| BLUEGRASS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SAYRE SCHOOL Lexington | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Lexington Trad Magnet School Lexington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| George Washington Carver STEM Academy Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School Lexington | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| UK Early Childhood Lab Lexington | 1.0 mi | — |
| KELL ACADEMY Lexington | 1.1 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 1.0 mi | — |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Booker T Washington Elementary School Lexington | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Homebound Secondary Lexington | 1.2 mi | — |
| Homebound Elementary Lexington | 1.2 mi | — |
| William Wells Brown Elementary Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Fayette County Learning Center Lexington | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Ashland Elementary School Lexington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Arlington Elementary School Lexington | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Opportunity Middle College Lexington | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Family Care Center Lexington | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cassidy Elementary 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 |
|---|---|
| Letcher Elementary & Middle School Blackey, KY | 8.0 |
| Shopville Elementary School Somerset, KY | 8.0 |
| Booker T Washington Elementary School Lexington, KY | 7.9 |
| Dorton Elementary School Dorton, KY | 8.1 |
| Fallsburg Elementary School Louisa, KY | 7.9 |
| Feds Creek Elementary School Fedscreek, KY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School
What grades does Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School serve?
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School?
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School rank in KY?
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School ranks #19 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic 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 Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School a religious school?
Sts. Peter & Paul Regional Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (859) 254-9257
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