Excellent
#1 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 1% of private schools
Summit Christian Academy
School
2780 CLAYS MILL RD, Lexington, KY 40503
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#1 of 218
In Lexington
#1 of 19
public schools
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Summit Christian Academy
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About Summit Christian Academy
Summit Christian Academy is a private school in Lexington, KY. Summit Christian Academy serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, Summit 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Summit Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Summit 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
BetaHow Summit Christian Academy compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Summit Christian Academy (this school) | 9.1 |
| Clays Mill Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Jessie M Clark Middle School | 7.8 |
| Garden Springs Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Stonewall Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Lafayette High School | 7.8 |
| Scapa At Bluegrass | 9.1 |
| Fayette County Preschool Center | 6.0 |
| Wellington Elementary | 9.6 |
| Fayette Pre-School | 3.5 |
| Picadome Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Beaumont Middle School | 6.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School | 7.7 |
| James Lane Allen Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Glendover Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Opportunity Middle College | 3.1 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar High School | 7.8 |
| Lansdowne Elementary School | 4.0 |
| UK Early Childhood Lab | — |
| Family Care Center | — |
| Audrey Grevious Center | — |
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
2780 CLAYS MILL RD, Lexington, KY 40503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wellington Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Clays Mill Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Scapa At Bluegrass (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARY QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Clays Mill Elementary School Lexington | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| LEXINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Jessie M Clark Middle School Lexington | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Garden Springs Elementary School Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Stonewall Elementary School Lexington | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Lafayette High School Lexington | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Scapa At Bluegrass Lexington | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Wellington Elementary Lexington | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Fayette County Preschool Center Lexington | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LEXINGTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Lexington | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Picadome Elementary School Lexington | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Fayette Pre-School Lexington | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Beaumont Middle School Lexington | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| THE LEXINGTON SCHOOL Lexington | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| James Lane Allen Elementary School Lexington | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School Lexington | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,161
Median Home Value
$280,000
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
27,825
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARANTHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Oak Grove, KY | 8.9 |
| RED BIRD CHRISTIAN SCHO Beverly, KY | 8.8 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY | 8.4 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAWRENCEBURG Lawrenceburg, KY | 8.2 |
| GALILEAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Liberty, KY | 8.2 |
| VALOR TRADITIONAL ACADEMY Louisville, KY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Christian Academy
What grades does Summit Christian Academy serve?
Summit Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Summit Christian Academy?
Summit Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Christian Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Summit Christian Academy rank in KY?
Summit Christian Academy ranks #1 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Summit Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Summit Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Summit Christian Academy 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 Summit Christian Academy a religious school?
Summit Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (859) 277-0503
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