Sayre School is a college preparatory day school in Lexington, KY, offering learning difference programs and support for ADD/ADHD.
Sayre School is an independent, co-educational college preparatory day school located in downtown Lexington, KY, serving students from age two through twelfth grade. The school is committed to an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to embrace challenges and achieve academic excellence. With an average class size of 14 and a faculty where 79% hold advanced degrees, Sayre provides a supportive academic setting for a diverse student body.
Recognizing the needs of students with different learning profiles, Sayre School offers specialized support through Learning Difference Programs, including targeted assistance for students with Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, and language-based learning differences. This focus on individualized academic support is paired with a robust curriculum featuring advanced courses in sciences, mathematics, and humanities, ensuring students are prepared for the rigors of higher education.
Beyond the classroom, students can engage in a wide variety of extracurricular activities, from competitive athletics like soccer, lacrosse, and swimming to academic clubs such as Math Club and Debate. The school offers a nonsectarian environment with rolling admissions and provides financial aid opportunities, with approximately 29% of students receiving aid. Tuition varies by grade level, ranging from $8,000 to $29,600.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students620
Class Size14:1 ratio
Fin. Aid29% receive aid
Est.1854
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association, Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), National Association of College Admissions Counselors
School Information
| Year Founded | 1854 |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool tuition depends on 3 or 5 days, and noon or afternoon dismissal. Tuition varies by division from K-12. Please see the website for current tuition rates and financial aid. PS-Grade 12 Tuition $8,000-$29,600 |
| Total Students | 620 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 92 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 79 |
| Average Class Size | 14 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jeff Oldham |
| Admissions Associate | Bennett Civils |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 29 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $13,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 22 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaMathADD/ADHDLanguage-basedetc
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus ABCalculus BCChemistryComputer Science AComputer Science PrinciplesEnglish LanguageEnglish LiteratureEnvironmental ScienceFrench Language and CultureMacroeconomicsMicroeconomicsMusic TheoryPhysics 1Physics 2Physics C: MechanicsPsychologySpanish Language and CultureStatisticsU.S. Government and PoliticsU.S. HistoryShow More (5)Hide
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Diving · Flag Football · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Academic Team (Middle & Upper) · Chess Club (Middle) · Community Service · Debate Club · Diversity Club · FCA · French Club (Upper) · French Honor Society · Green Club (Upper) · Green Council (Upper) · Kentucky Youth Assembly (Middle & Upper) · KUNA · Math Club · National Honor Society · Newspaper Club · Pep Club (Upper) · Political Clubs (Upper) · Pre Med Club · Spanish Honor Society · Student Council · Yearbook - Pillars · Show More (5) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Lower School Chorus · Lower School Drama (after school) · Middle School Chorus · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Basketball Camps · Lower School Basketball YMCA · Mens Volleyball Club (Upper) · Tennis Clinic (Lower School) |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · State or regional independent school association · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.sayreschool.org/spartan-community/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1290 |
| Average ACT Score | 29 |
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