The Providence School
156 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
The Providence School, located in Wilmore, Kentucky, is an independent, classical Christian school serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The institution is defined by its commitment to a "classical" educational model, which emphasizes the trivium—grammar, logic, and rhetoric—to help students develop critical thinking skills, a mastery of language, and a robust understanding of Western civilization. By integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with a foundation of Christian faith, the school aims to cultivate both the intellect and the character of its students, preparing them for higher education and lifelong learning.
Beyond its academic structure, The Providence School functions as a close-knit community that prioritizes a partnership between the faculty and families. Because of its location in Wilmore—a town known for its strong ties to Asbury University and Asbury Theological Seminary—the school often draws upon a community that values intellectual inquiry and theological depth. Through small class sizes and an emphasis on mentorship, the school strives to foster an environment where students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence while being formed by virtues rooted in their Christian worldview.
Beyond its academic structure, The Providence School functions as a close-knit community that prioritizes a partnership between the faculty and families. Because of its location in Wilmore—a town known for its strong ties to Asbury University and Asbury Theological Seminary—the school often draws upon a community that values intellectual inquiry and theological depth. Through small class sizes and an emphasis on mentorship, the school strives to foster an environment where students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence while being formed by virtues rooted in their Christian worldview.
156
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 116 |
| Hispanic | 13 |
| Black | 14 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White116 (74.4 %)
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Black14 (9.0 %)
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Hispanic13 (8.3 %)
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Two or More12 (7.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jessamine County |
| Phone: | (859)887-4600 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 156 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 109 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
6
Grade 7
9
Grade 8
15
Grade 9
35
Grade 10
42
Grade 11
26
Grade 12
23
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 6 |
| Grade 7 | 9 |
| Grade 8 | 15 |
| Grade 9 | 35 |
| Grade 10 | 42 |
| Grade 11 | 26 |
| Grade 12 | 23 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 61 | 39.1% |
| Male | 95 | 60.9% |
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