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Very Good

#64 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 29% of private schools

The Provision School

School

301 HARVARD DR, Lexington, KY 40517

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#64 of 218

In Lexington

#11 of 19

public schools

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The Provision School

7.3/10

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

Southern Elementary School

5.0/10

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About The Provision School

The Provision School is a private school in Lexington, KY. The Provision School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Provision School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #64 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 47 students, The Provision 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, The Provision School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Provision 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

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How The Provision School compares to 71 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
47
This School
vs
587
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66% vs 0%
Asian 12.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
The Provision School Lexington Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Provision School (this school) 7.3
Southern Elementary School 5.0
Southern Middle School 6.8
Lansdowne Elementary School 4.0
Wellington Elementary 9.6
Veterans Park Elementary School 6.3
Jessie M Clark Middle School 7.8
Millcreek Elementary School 4.8
Julius Marks Elementary School 4.4
Tates Creek Elementary School 5.0
Glendover Elementary School 7.5
Tates Creek Middle School 5.8
Stonewall Elementary School 7.2
Tates Creek High School 5.7
Clays Mill Elementary School 9.3
Lafayette High School 7.8
Scapa At Bluegrass 9.1
Opportunity Middle College 3.1
Squires Elementary School 8.3
Picadome Elementary School 4.7
Garden Springs Elementary School 7.0

Showing 20 of 71 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

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+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,150.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 47
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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 66.0%
Asian 12.8%
Two or More 10.6%
Hispanic 6.4%
Black 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

301 HARVARD DR, Lexington, KY 40517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Provision School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KORE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Southern Elementary School Lexington 0.5 mi 5.0
KORE ACADEMY Lexington 0.6 mi 8.5
Southern Middle School Lexington 0.6 mi 6.8
Lansdowne Elementary School Lexington 0.9 mi 4.0
LEXINGTON UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Lexington 1.2 mi 7.8
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington 1.6 mi 7.4
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington 1.6 mi 6.0
Wellington Elementary Lexington 1.5 mi 9.6
ST MICHAELS SCHOOL Lexington 1.8 mi
Veterans Park Elementary School Lexington 1.8 mi 6.3
REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington 2.1 mi 8.0
Jessie M Clark Middle School Lexington 1.9 mi 7.8
Glendover Elementary School Lexington 2.2 mi 7.5
Millcreek Elementary School Lexington 1.9 mi 4.8
Ashgrove Academy Nicholasville 2.4 mi
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington 2.4 mi 9.1
Julius Marks Elementary School Lexington 2.1 mi 4.4
Stonewall Elementary School Lexington 2.3 mi 7.2
LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington 2.4 mi 4.7
LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington 2.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,778

Median Home Value

$196,300

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

36,396

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

36.8%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

31

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Phoenix Academy Winchester, KY 7.4
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CHRIST CENTRAL SCHOOL Pikeville, KY 7.0
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MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Jackson, KY 7.7
PITT ACADEMY Louisville, KY 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Provision School

What grades does The Provision School serve?

The Provision School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Provision School?

The Provision School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Provision School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Provision School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Provision School rank in KY?

The Provision School ranks #64 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is The Provision School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Provision School 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 The Provision School a private school?

Yes, The Provision School 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 The Provision School a religious school?

The Provision School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large City
County
Fayette County

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