Very Good
#67 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 30% of private schools
De Sales High School
High School
425 W KENWOOD DR, Louisville, KY 40214
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#67 of 218
In Louisville
#19 of 62
public schools
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About De Sales High School
De Sales High School is a private high school in Louisville, KY. De Sales High School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. De Sales High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
De Sales High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow De Sales High School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| De Sales High School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Iroquois High | 3.5 |
| Doss High | 4.0 |
| Butler Traditional High | 4.3 |
| Churchill Park School | 5.0 |
| Louisville Male High | 5.5 |
| Waller-Williams Environmental | 7.1 |
| Liberty High | 4.8 |
| Western High | 4.5 |
| U of L PACT Program | — |
| W.E.B. DuBois Academy | 6.2 |
| Mary Ryan Academy | — |
| duPont Manual High | 9.3 |
| Pleasure Ridge Park High | 3.8 |
| Peace Academy | 5.9 |
| Pathfinder School of Innovation | 5.4 |
| Southern High | 4.1 |
| Atherton High | 8.5 |
| Minor Daniels Academy | 6.0 |
| Grace M. James Academy of Excellence | 8.9 |
| Ackerly | — |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in KY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
425 W KENWOOD DR, Louisville, KY 40214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Sales High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fairdale High (rated 5.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fairdale), a more accessible option. Another option is Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program (rated 5.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Fairdale), a more accessible option. Additionally, Butler Traditional High (rated 4.3/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South Louisville | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Rutherford Elementary Louisville | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Iroquois High Louisville | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Kenwood Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| VALIANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Louisville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Auburndale Elementary Louisville | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Semple Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Lassiter Middle Louisville | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Jacob Elementary Louisville | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Gutermuth Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Doss High Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Trunnell Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Frayser Elementary Louisville | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Churchill Park School Louisville | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Mill Creek Elementary Louisville | 3.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Butler Traditional High Louisville | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program Fairdale | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairdale High Fairdale | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,563
Median Home Value
$176,700
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
45,986
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Russellville High School Russellville, KY | 7.2 |
| Bellevue High School Bellevue, KY | 7.3 |
| Berea Community High School Berea, KY | 7.3 |
| McLean County High School Calhoun, KY | 7.3 |
| Middlesboro High School Middlesboro, KY | 7.3 |
| Wolfe County High School Campton, KY | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Sales High School
What grades does De Sales High School serve?
De Sales High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend De Sales High School?
De Sales High School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at De Sales High School?
The student-teacher ratio at De Sales High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does De Sales High School rank in KY?
De Sales High School ranks #67 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is De Sales High School's MySchoolScout rating?
De Sales High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is De Sales High School a private school?
Yes, De Sales High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is De Sales High School a religious school?
De Sales High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 368-6519
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