Very Good
#45 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 20% of private schools
St Edward School
Elementary School
9610 SUE HELEN DR, Louisville, KY 40299
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#45 of 218
In Louisville
#14 of 62
public schools
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St Edward School
Elementary School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Edward School
St Edward School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St Edward School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Edward School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Edward 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 St Edward School compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Edward School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary | 3.2 |
| Tully Elementary | 8.3 |
| Carrithers Middle | 4.3 |
| Cochrane Elementary | 5.2 |
| Wheeler Elementary | 7.8 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary | 4.2 |
| Watterson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Fern Creek Elementary | 3.8 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional | 8.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary | 4.3 |
| Crosby Middle | 5.8 |
| Farmer Elementary | 7.9 |
| Newcomer Academy | 5.6 |
| Ramsey Middle | 4.9 |
| Lowe Elementary | 7.2 |
| The Brook-Dupont | — |
| Bates Elementary | 8.4 |
| Luhr Elementary | 6.9 |
| Goldsmith Elementary | 5.8 |
| Binet School | — |
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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
9610 SUE HELEN DR, Louisville, KY 40299
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Edward School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Jeffersontown High Louisville | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Tully Elementary Louisville | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Carrithers Middle Louisville | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Cochrane Elementary Louisville | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Wheeler Elementary Louisville | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fern Creek High Louisville | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Fern Creek Elementary Louisville | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Crosby Middle Louisville | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Lowe Elementary Louisville | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ASCENSON Louisville | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Farmer Elementary Louisville | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ramsey Middle Louisville | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40299 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,419
Median Home Value
$274,900
Median Rent
$1,290/mo
Population
41,724
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A B Chandler Elementary School Corydon, KY | 7.6 |
| Cawood Elementary School Cawood, KY | 7.6 |
| Clinton County Early Childhood Center Albany, KY | 7.6 |
| Crabbe Elementary School Ashland, KY | 7.6 |
| ST RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville, KY | 7.6 |
| Eastern Elementary School Pleasureville, KY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Edward School
What grades does St Edward School serve?
St Edward School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Edward School?
St Edward School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edward School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Edward School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Edward School rank in KY?
St Edward School ranks #45 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Edward School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Edward School a private school?
Yes, St Edward 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 St Edward School a religious school?
St Edward School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 267-6633
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