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#110 of 218 private schools in KY

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Notre Dame Academy

Elementary School

1927 LEWISTON DR, Louisville, KY 40216

Private

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#110 of 218

In Louisville

#36 of 62

public schools

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Notre Dame Academy

6.3/10

Elementary School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Notre Dame Academy

Notre Dame Academy is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it comparesOn par with KY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame Academy compares to 137 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
399
This School
vs
490
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.7% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Notre Dame Academy Louisville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Notre Dame Academy (this school) 6.3
Kerrick Elementary 3.3
Waller-Williams Environmental 7.1
Gutermuth Elementary 6.2
Crums Lane Elementary 4.7
Schaffner Traditional Elementary 4.2
Farnsley Middle 4.1
Shacklette Elementary 4.5
Trunnell Elementary 3.3
Wellington Elementary 3.5
Mill Creek Elementary 3.6
Conway Middle 3.2
Jacob Elementary 4.2
Hazelwood Elementary 4.5
Cane Run Elementary 3.2
Greenwood Elementary 3.8
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy South 5.4
Eisenhower Elementary 5.2
Kenwood Elementary 6.3
Frederick Law Olmsted Academy North 6.0
Rutherford Elementary 2.4

Showing 20 of 137 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)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,398.3
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 399
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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 90.7%
Black 4.3%
Two or More 3.0%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1927 LEWISTON DR, Louisville, KY 40216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gutermuth Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Crums Lane Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL/DIOCESE Louisville 0.6 mi 7.7
Kerrick Elementary Louisville 0.7 mi 3.3
Waller-Williams Environmental Louisville 0.7 mi 7.1
Western High Louisville 0.8 mi 4.5
Crums Lane Elementary Louisville 1.4 mi 4.7
Schaffner Traditional Elementary Louisville 1.6 mi 4.2
Gutermuth Elementary Louisville 1.3 mi 6.2
Butler Traditional High Louisville 1.6 mi 4.3
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 1.7 mi 5.5
Trunnell Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 3.3
Doss High Louisville 1.7 mi 4.0
Shacklette Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 4.5
Farnsley Middle Louisville 1.6 mi 4.1
Wellington Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 3.5
Mill Creek Elementary Louisville 2.0 mi 3.6
Cane Run Elementary Louisville 2.5 mi 3.2
Jacob Elementary Louisville 2.3 mi 4.2
Conway Middle Louisville 2.3 mi 3.2
Greenwood Elementary Louisville 2.6 mi 3.8
Pleasure Ridge Park High Louisville 2.6 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,211

Median Home Value

$154,500

Median Rent

$883/mo

Population

43,764

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

39.2

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Ekron Elementary School Ekron, KY 6.3
Irvington Elementary School Irvington, KY 6.3
Oakview Elementary School Ashland, KY 6.3
ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pewee Valley, KY 6.3
ST HENRY SCHOOL Elsmere, KY 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame Academy

What grades does Notre Dame Academy serve?

Notre Dame Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Notre Dame Academy?

Notre Dame Academy has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Notre Dame Academy rank in KY?

Notre Dame Academy ranks #110 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Notre Dame Academy a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame Academy 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 Notre Dame Academy a religious school?

Notre Dame Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
399
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.9 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

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