Walnut Hill Day School serves 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher of Walnut Hill Day School is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Walnut Hill Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Piano Instruction
Piano Instruction
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Walnut Hill Day School?
The application deadline for Walnut Hill Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Walnut Hill Day School located?
Walnut Hill Day School is located in the Old Richmond Road Corridor neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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