The Vanguard Academy in Prospect, KY, serves 214 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based early childhood program.
The school operates with one teacher and a reported student–teacher ratio of 214:1.
The student body includes 21% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the enrollment.
Nearby private schools in Prospect and Louisville offer larger enrollment and lower student–teacher ratios across wider grade spans.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Vanguard Academy?
The application deadline for The Vanguard Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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