Lexington Universal Academy is an independent and accredited Islamic school founded by the Islamic Society of Central Kentucky (referred to herein as ISCK) in 2003.
The Lexington Universal Academy is committed to providing students with an excellent academic education and firm foundation in moral and ethical values.
The Lexington Universal Academy fosters a dedication to god through virtuous living in a progressive Islamic environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,400
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lexington Universal Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
172 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: It's All About Values!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lexington Universal Academy cost?
Lexington Universal Academy's tuition is approximately $4,400 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Lexington Universal Academy?
The application deadline for Lexington Universal Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Lexington Universal Academy is Kore Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lexington Christian Academy (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kore Academy
Special Education School
4300 Nicholasville Rd
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
165 Nehemiah Way
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
450 W Reynolds Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Hill Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
210 E Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 34 students
Lexington Christian Academy ![Lexington Christian Academy Photo]( "Lexington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
450 W Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,532 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kore Academy
Special Education School
4300 Nicholasville Rd
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
165 Nehemiah Way
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
450 W Reynolds Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lexington Christian Academy ![Lexington Christian Academy Photo]( "Lexington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
450 W Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,532 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
The Provision School & Family Counseling Center
Alternative School (Christian)
128 Dennis Dr
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 396-0644
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 396-0644
2.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 26 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kore Academy
Special Education School
4300 Nicholasville Rd
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 971-7129
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 48 students
165 Nehemiah Way
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 313-5285
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
450 W Reynolds Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lexington Christian Academy ![Lexington Christian Academy Photo]( "Lexington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
450 W Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,532 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
725 Stone Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-4805
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-4805
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 150 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
450 W Reynolds Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5700
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,416 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Trinity Hill Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
210 E Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 273-9526
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 34 students
Lexington Christian Academy ![Lexington Christian Academy Photo]( "Lexington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
450 W Reynolds Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 422-5733
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,532 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Creative Montessori School
Montessori School
3220 Lexington Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 881-8806
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 881-8806
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-K | 24 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
Fayette Co-op Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
3564-a Clays Mill Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 276-6350
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 276-6350
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 31 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
937 Moberly Rd.
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7060
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7060
9022.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
530 Perryville Road
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7120
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7120
9022.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
530 Perryville Road
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7120
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7120
9022.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1124 Moberly Rd
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7000
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
(859) 733-7000
9022.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 748 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Saffell St
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-3565
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
(502) 839-3565
9022.4 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 375 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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