The Providence School

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.
156
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for The Providence School
Demographic Student Count
White116
Hispanic13
Black14
Two or More12
American Indian1
  • White
    116 (74.4 %)
  • Black
    14 (9.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (8.3 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (7.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for The Providence School
Grade Student Count
Grade 66
Grade 79
Grade 815
Grade 935
Grade 1042
Grade 1126
Grade 1223
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for The Providence School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6139.1%
Male9560.9%