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Leading Catholic High School in Lexington, KY for Academic Excellence
At Lexington Catholic High School, we are committed to nurturing students through a holistic educational approach that integrates academic excellence with spiritual and personal development. Our Catholic vision guides us to inspire lives of purpose and servant leadership, preparing students for college and beyond through rigorous academics, community service, and character formation. With a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, we ensure personalized attention that empowers learners to reach their full potential. Our Pathways of Emphasis program allows students to explore academic interests while maintaining a robust curriculum, culminating in formal recognition at graduation. The Exemplar Scholars Program challenges our most talented students across three tracksMath, Science & Technology; Liberal Arts; and Fine Artsthrough advanced coursework, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.The High Marks Program supports over 90% of our students annually, providing tailored academic assistance that promotes equity and inclusion. Our graduates consistently earn $27 million in scholarships annually, reflecting their readiness for post-secondary success. We emphasize self-advocacy and lifelong learning, ensuring students understand their unique strengths and challenges. Through 3,000 service hours completed annually by each class, we cultivate a commitment to community and social responsibility. Our innovative programs and dedicated faculty create an environment where faith, knowledge, and service converge to shape future leaders.
Services
AP Classes
Exemplar Scholars Program
High Marks Academic Support
Pathways of Emphasis
College Preparation
Service Learning
Fine Arts Programs
STEM Education
Faith Formation
Student Mentorship
Highlights and features
- 16:1 student-teacher ratio ensures personalized academic support
- 23 AP classes provide college-level academic rigor
- $27M in annual scholarships awarded to graduating seniors
- High Marks Program supports 90%+ of students with individualized learning
- 3,000+ service hours completed by each class annually
Services
AP Classes
Our 23 AP courses challenge students with college-level academics while preparing them for higher education success. These rigorous programs develop critical thinking and subject mastery across STEM, humanities, and arts disciplines. Students consistently achieve top scores that qualify them for college credit and scholarships.
Exemplar Scholars Program
This selective program offers specialized tracks in Math/Science, Liberal Arts, and Fine Arts with enhanced curricula and mentorship opportunities. Participants engage in leadership development, community projects, and culminating senior showcases that demonstrate their expertise to colleges and professionals.
High Marks Academic Support
Our dedicated academic support center assists 90%+ of students annually through personalized tutoring and learning strategy development. Certified specialists help students with learning differences and typical learners achieve academic success through 24,000+ annual service hours.
Pathways of Emphasis
These interdisciplinary programs let students explore potential majors and careers through focused coursework and experiential learning. Completing a pathway earns formal recognition while maintaining core academic requirements, helping students make informed post-secondary decisions.
Service Learning
Each class completes 3,000+ service hours annually through structured programs that combine community impact with personal growth. These experiences develop empathy, leadership, and social responsibility while fulfilling Catholic educational values of servant leadership.
Questions
What makes Lexington Catholic's education unique?
Our Catholic values integrate with rigorous academics, 16:1 student-teacher ratios, and specialized programs like Exemplar Scholars and Pathways of Emphasis that prepare students for college and life.
How does the High Marks Program support students?
High Marks provides personalized academic assistance to 90%+ of students annually through certified specialists who help with learning strategies, accommodations, and self-advocacy skills development.
What college preparation resources exist?
Students earn $27M annually in scholarships through our college counseling, AP courses, and Exemplar Scholars program that includes mentorship, internships, and senior project showcases.
Are there special programs for gifted students?
The Exemplar Scholars Program offers advanced tracks in STEM, Liberal Arts, and Fine Arts with specialized curricula, research opportunities, and leadership development for high-achieving students.
How does service learning work?
Each class completes 3,000+ service hours through structured programs that combine community impact with personal growth, developing leadership and social responsibility through hands-on experiences.