Excellent
#2 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 1% of private schools
Nur Islamic School of Louisville
Elementary School
6500 SIX MILE LN, Louisville, KY 40218
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#2 of 218
In Louisville
#1 of 62
public schools
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Nur Islamic School of Louisville
Elementary School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nur Islamic School of Louisville
Nur Islamic School of Louisville is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. Nur Islamic School of Louisville serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nur Islamic School of Louisville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Nur Islamic School of Louisville 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Nur Islamic School of Louisville sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nur Islamic School of Louisville 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 Nur Islamic School of Louisville compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nur Islamic School of Louisville (this school) | 8.9 |
| Watterson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Newcomer Academy | 5.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary | 4.3 |
| Goldsmith Elementary | 5.8 |
| Binet School | — |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional | 8.6 |
| Minor Daniels Academy | 6.0 |
| Boys & Girls Haven | — |
| Newburg Middle | 5.2 |
| Price Elementary | 4.5 |
| Brooklawn | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.4 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary | 4.2 |
| The Brook-Dupont | — |
| Jeffersontown Elementary | 3.2 |
| Rangeland Elementary | 3.3 |
| George Unseld Early Childhood Center | 5.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle | 4.6 |
| Luhr Elementary | 6.9 |
| Cochrane Elementary | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 141 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
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6500 SIX MILE LN, Louisville, KY 40218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nur Islamic School of Louisville may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Newcomer Academy Louisville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary Louisville | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Louisville | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Goldsmith Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Seneca High Louisville | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Binet School Louisville | 1.4 mi | — |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MERCY ACADEMY Louisville | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 2.4 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 2.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville | 2.3 mi | — |
| Price Elementary Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Newburg Middle Louisville | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Boys & Girls Haven Louisville | 2.1 mi | — |
| Minor Daniels Academy Louisville | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| The Brook-Dupont Louisville | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,191
Median Home Value
$195,600
Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Population
33,292
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dewitt Elementary School Flat Lick, KY | 8.9 |
| Green Hills Elementary School Bledsoe, KY | 8.9 |
| Laurel Elementary School Vanceburg, KY | 8.9 |
| East Valley Elementary School West Liberty, KY | 8.8 |
| Frakes School Center Frakes, KY | 9.0 |
| Oneida Elementary School Oneida, KY | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nur Islamic School of Louisville
What grades does Nur Islamic School of Louisville serve?
Nur Islamic School of Louisville serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Nur Islamic School of Louisville?
Nur Islamic School of Louisville has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nur Islamic School of Louisville?
The student-teacher ratio at Nur Islamic School of Louisville is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nur Islamic School of Louisville rank in KY?
Nur Islamic School of Louisville ranks #2 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Nur Islamic School of Louisville's MySchoolScout rating?
Nur Islamic School of Louisville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nur Islamic School of Louisville a private school?
Yes, Nur Islamic School of Louisville is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Nur Islamic School of Louisville a religious school?
Nur Islamic School of Louisville has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 459-9447
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