Very Good
#37 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 17% of private schools
University Heights Academy
School
1300 ACADEMY DR, Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#37 of 218
In Hopkinsville
#1 of 3
public schools
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University Heights Academy
School in Hopkinsville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About University Heights Academy
University Heights Academy is a private school in Hopkinsville, KY. University Heights Academy serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. University Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, University Heights Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
University Heights 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 University Heights Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Hopkinsville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| University Heights Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Freedom Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Christian County High School | 6.2 |
| Christian County Middle School | 6.9 |
| Christian County Home/Hospital | 3.0 |
| Christian County Public Schools VLA | 2.4 |
| Millbrooke Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Sinking Fork Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Indian Hills Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Hopkinsville High School | 7.2 |
| Christian County Day Treatment | — |
| Hopkinsville Middle School | 4.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Bluegrass Learning Academy | 3.9 |
| Cumberland Hall School | — |
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.
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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
1300 ACADEMY DR, Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering University Heights Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Christian County Home/Hospital (rated 3.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Christian County Public Schools VLA (rated 2.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hopkinsville, see our Hopkinsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,872
Median Home Value
$147,400
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
41,510
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckhorn School Buckhorn, KY | 7.7 |
| Fulton Independent School Fulton, KY | 7.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL SYSTEM Paducah, KY | 7.7 |
| Burgin Independent School Burgin, KY | 7.8 |
| SAYRE SCHOOL Lexington, KY | 7.8 |
| Augusta Independent School Augusta, KY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about University Heights Academy
What grades does University Heights Academy serve?
University Heights Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend University Heights Academy?
University Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University Heights Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at University Heights Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does University Heights Academy rank in KY?
University Heights Academy ranks #37 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is University Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
University Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is University Heights Academy a private school?
Yes, University Heights Academy 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 University Heights Academy a religious school?
No, University Heights Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Christian County
- Phone
- (270) 886-0254
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