LEXINGTON DAY TREATMENT

Lexington Day Treatment is a public high school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 39 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Lexington Day Treatment has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lexington Day Treatment, located at 701 E. Main St. in Lexington, Kentucky, serves as a specialized educational facility designed to provide comprehensive support for students who require an alternative learning environment. As a "day treatment" center, the school functions as a therapeutic and academic hybrid, focusing on students who may be struggling with behavioral, emotional, or social challenges that make traditional classroom settings difficult. The program typically integrates structured academic instruction with intensive counseling and social-emotional interventions to help students maintain progress in their education while addressing personal hurdles.

The mission of the facility is generally rooted in providing a highly supportive, small-group environment that emphasizes accountability, skill-building, and behavioral growth. By operating as a day program rather than a residential one, Lexington Day Treatment allows students to remain connected to their families and communities while receiving the specialized care and individualized attention necessary to succeed. The school works closely with local school districts and community agencies to ensure that students can eventually transition back into mainstream educational settings or prepare for post-secondary goals in a stable, constructive manner.

For more information, contact Lexington Day Treatment at (859) 381-4100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.