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#23 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 10% of private schools

Louisville Classical Academy

School

2005 DOUGLASS BLVD, Louisville, KY 40205

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#23 of 218

In Louisville

#8 of 62

public schools

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Louisville Classical Academy

8.0/10

School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Louisville Classical Academy

Louisville Classical Academy is a private school in Louisville, KY. Louisville Classical Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Louisville Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.8 pts above KY schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Louisville Classical Academy 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, Louisville Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Louisville Classical Academy 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

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How Louisville Classical Academy compares to 157 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
578
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.6% vs 0%
Asian 5.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Louisville Classical Academy Louisville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Louisville Classical Academy (this school) 8.0
Highland Middle 5.3
Atherton High 8.5
Peace Academy 5.9
Hawthorne Elementary 8.4
Brooklawn
Bloom Elementary 7.7
Boys & Girls Haven
Barret Traditional Middle 7.6
Field Elementary 6.9
Jefferson County Traditional Middle 5.4
St Joseph Children's Home
Minor Daniels Academy 6.0
Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary 3.9
Binet School
Audubon Traditional Elementary 6.1
Kentucky School for the Blind 5.3
Seneca High 3.9
Goldsmith Elementary 5.8
Camp Taylor Elementary 6.2
Breckinridge Metropolitan High 5.3

Showing 20 of 157 schools. View all schools in Louisville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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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)

White 84.6%
Asian 5.8%
Hispanic 3.8%
Two or More 3.8%
Black 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2005 DOUGLASS BLVD, Louisville, KY 40205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Louisville Classical Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LOUISVILLE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Peace Academy (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Louisville 0.2 mi 6.0
Atherton High Louisville 0.8 mi 8.5
THE DE PAUL SCHOOL Louisville 0.7 mi 7.7
Highland Middle Louisville 0.7 mi 5.3
HAYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 1.0 mi 6.7
ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL Louisville 1.0 mi 6.0
Peace Academy Louisville 1.1 mi 5.9
KENESETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL Louisville 1.0 mi
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 1.1 mi 7.2
ST AGNES SCHOOL Louisville 1.0 mi 5.8
ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville 1.1 mi 6.1
LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Louisville 1.5 mi 6.9
Hawthorne Elementary Louisville 1.3 mi 8.4
Barret Traditional Middle Louisville 1.7 mi 7.6
LOUISVILLE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Louisville 1.5 mi 7.1
Brooklawn Louisville 1.6 mi
Boys & Girls Haven Louisville 1.6 mi
Bloom Elementary Louisville 1.6 mi 7.7
HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Louisville 2.0 mi 4.8
SACRED HEART MODEL SCHOOL Louisville 1.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,990

Median Home Value

$361,900

Median Rent

$1,095/mo

Population

24,335

College Educated

65.1%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

42.5

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PITT ACADEMY Louisville, KY 7.8
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MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Jackson, KY 7.7
Horse Creek Learning Center Manchester, KY 7.5
KORE ACADEMY Lexington, KY 8.5
Phoenix Academy Winchester, KY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Louisville Classical Academy

What grades does Louisville Classical Academy serve?

Louisville Classical Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Louisville Classical Academy?

Louisville Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Louisville Classical Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Louisville Classical Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Louisville Classical Academy rank in KY?

Louisville Classical Academy ranks #23 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Louisville Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Louisville Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Louisville Classical Academy a private school?

Yes, Louisville Classical Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Louisville Classical Academy a religious school?

No, Louisville Classical Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

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