Excellent
#9 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 4% of private schools
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary School
75 SHEPHERD WAY, Frankfort, KY 40601
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#9 of 218
In Frankfort
#1 of 3
public schools
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Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary School in Frankfort · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Catholic School
Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private elementary school in Frankfort, KY. Good Shepherd Catholic School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Good Shepherd Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd Catholic 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 Good Shepherd Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Frankfort, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Catholic School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Hearn Elementary | 5.8 |
| Early Learning Village | 6.7 |
| The Academy | 7.6 |
| Elkhorn Middle School | 6.2 |
| William Cofield High School | 6.8 |
| Elkhorn Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Peaks Mill Elementary | 8.3 |
| Panther Transition Academy | — |
| Second Street School | 7.2 |
| Collins Lane | 5.8 |
| Westridge Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bridgeport Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Bondurant Middle School | 5.4 |
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
75 SHEPHERD WAY, Frankfort, KY 40601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peaks Mill Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CAPITAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Westridge Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 5.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Frankfort, see our Frankfort schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hearn Elementary Frankfort | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| THE FRANKFORT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Frankfort | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Early Learning Village Frankfort | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| The Academy Frankfort | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Elkhorn Middle School Frankfort | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin County High School Frankfort | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| William Cofield High School Frankfort | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Elkhorn Elementary School Frankfort | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Peaks Mill Elementary Frankfort | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Frankfort High School Frankfort | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Panther Transition Academy Frankfort | 3.3 mi | — |
| Second Street School Frankfort | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Frankfort Early Learning Academy Frankfort | 3.6 mi | 3.5 |
| CAPITAL DAY SCHOOL Frankfort | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Collins Lane Frankfort | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Westridge Elementary Frankfort | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Bridgeport Elementary School Frankfort | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Bondurant Middle School Frankfort | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Western Hills High School Frankfort | 5.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Northside Elementary School Midway | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,125
Median Home Value
$199,900
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
51,627
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY | 8.2 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Louisville, KY | 8.2 |
| ST LEO SCHOOL Versailles, KY | 8.2 |
| Big Creek Elementary Oneida, KY | 8.1 |
| Feds Creek Elementary School Fedscreek, KY | 8.1 |
| REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington, KY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Catholic School
What grades does Good Shepherd Catholic School serve?
Good Shepherd Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Catholic School?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Catholic School rank in KY?
Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks #9 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Good Shepherd Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private coeducational 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 Good Shepherd Catholic School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (502) 223-5041
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