St. Paul Catholic Continuation School in Leitchfield, KY enrolls 50 udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1906, this Catholic co鈥揺d school operates with a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 6 teachers.
The school charges an annual tuition of $45,000 for its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Paul Catholic Continuation School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and maintains a Catholic religious affiliation.
Among private schools in Kentucky, it ranks in the top 20% by founding date, reflecting its longanding presence in the local education community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Catholic Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To teach the Christian message as a basis for a way of life.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul Catholic Continuation School cost?
St. Paul Catholic Continuation School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What is St. Paul Catholic Continuation School's ranking?
St. Paul Catholic Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Catholic Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Catholic Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Paul Catholic Continuation School is New Life Christian Academy (7.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Baptist Church Preschool & Kindergarden (7.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Baptist Church Preschool & Kindergarden
Daycare / Preschool
106 E Walnut St
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 589-7905
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 589-7905
7.3 miles
Gr: K | 12 students
New Life Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
510 North Clinton St.
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
7.4 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 5 students
Cedar Springs School
(Mennonite)
249 Antioch Rd
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-7000
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-7000
11 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Christian)
14457 South Highway 259
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
14.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
Shady Maples School
(Amish)
1220 Choncie Lee Rd
Caneyville, KY 42721
(212) 696-6820
Caneyville, KY 42721
(212) 696-6820
16.3 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 15 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Life Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
510 North Clinton St.
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
7.4 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 5 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Christian)
14457 South Highway 259
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
14.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
Pleasant View Baptist School
(Baptist)
6700 South Hwy 261
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-0061
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-0061
20.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Avg. class size: 5 students
North Hardin Christian School ![North Hardin Christian School Photo - North Hardin Christian School is located in Radcliff, Kentucky.]( "North Hardin Christian School Photo - North Hardin Christian School is located in Radcliff, Kentucky.")
(Baptist)
1298 Rogersville Rd
Radcliff, KY 40160
(270) 351-7700
Radcliff, KY 40160
(270) 351-7700
22.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 543 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Hardin Christian Academy
(Baptist)
156 Shelby Ave
Radcliff, KY 40160
(270) 351-6866
Radcliff, KY 40160
(270) 351-6866
23.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Life Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
510 North Clinton St.
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 200-1463
7.4 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 5 students
Cedar Springs School
(Mennonite)
249 Antioch Rd
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-7000
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-7000
11 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Christian)
14457 South Highway 259
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
14.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
Shady Maples School
(Amish)
1220 Choncie Lee Rd
Caneyville, KY 42721
(212) 696-6820
Caneyville, KY 42721
(212) 696-6820
16.3 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 15 students
St. James Catholic School ![St. James Catholic School Photo - A Tradition of Faith, Excellence, Community]( "St. James Catholic School Photo - A Tradition of Faith, Excellence, Community")
(Catholic)
401 Robinbrooke Blvd.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-7011
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-7011
19.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 462 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Baptist Church Preschool & Kindergarden
Daycare / Preschool
106 E Walnut St
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 589-7905
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 589-7905
7.3 miles
Gr: K | 12 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Christian)
14457 South Highway 259
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 257-8330
14.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
St. James Catholic School ![St. James Catholic School Photo - A Tradition of Faith, Excellence, Community]( "St. James Catholic School Photo - A Tradition of Faith, Excellence, Community")
(Catholic)
401 Robinbrooke Blvd.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-7011
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-7011
19.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 462 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1711 Ring Road
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 769-5910
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 769-5910
21.2 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 100 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
First Christian Church Preschool, Pre-k, And Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
634 N Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-4247
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-4247
21.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Alternative School
340 Schoolhouse Road
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-2800
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-2800
8943.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
521 East Maple St.
Caneyville, KY 42721
(270) 879-4211
Caneyville, KY 42721
(270) 879-4211
8943.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1340 East Hwy 60
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
8945.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13598 S. Hwy 259
Mc Daniels, KY 40152
(270) 756-3070
Mc Daniels, KY 40152
(270) 756-3070
8946.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Vocational School
1915 E Hwy 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
8946.5 miles
Gr: 8-12
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