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#130 of 218 private schools in KY
St Francis of Assisi School
Elementary School
1938 ALFRESCO PL, Louisville, KY 40205
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#130 of 218
In Louisville
#42 of 62
public schools
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St Francis of Assisi 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 Francis of Assisi School
St Francis of Assisi School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St Francis of Assisi School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Francis of Assisi 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 Francis of Assisi School compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis of Assisi School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Highland Middle | 5.3 |
| Peace Academy | 5.9 |
| Bloom Elementary | 7.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.4 |
| Barret Traditional Middle | 7.6 |
| Brooklawn | — |
| Boys & Girls Haven | — |
| Jefferson County Traditional Middle | 5.4 |
| Field Elementary | 6.9 |
| St Joseph Children's Home | — |
| Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary | 3.9 |
| Audubon Traditional Elementary | 6.1 |
| Breckinridge Metropolitan High | 5.3 |
| Kentucky School for the Blind | 5.3 |
| Camp Taylor Elementary | 6.2 |
| Minor Daniels Academy | 6.0 |
| Shelby Academy | 4.8 |
| Binet School | — |
| Home of the Innocents Discovery | — |
| Home of the Innocents 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
1938 ALFRESCO PL, Louisville, KY 40205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis of Assisi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bloom Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOUISVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Louisville | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| THE DE PAUL SCHOOL Louisville | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Highland Middle Louisville | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Peace Academy Louisville | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Atherton High Louisville | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Louisville | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HAYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LOUISVILLE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL Louisville | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Louisville | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| KENESETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL Louisville | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Barret Traditional Middle Louisville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Bloom Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Louisville | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| HIGHLAND PRESBYTERIAN NURSERY AND WEEKDAY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Brooklawn Louisville | 1.7 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Louisville | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| St Joseph Children's Home Louisville | 2.1 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crab Orchard Elementary School Crab Orchard, KY | 6.0 |
| LITTLE FLOCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shepherdsville, KY | 6.0 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elizabethtown, KY | 6.0 |
| Temple Hill Elementary School Glasgow, KY | 6.0 |
| Campton Elementary School Campton, KY | 5.9 |
| Catlettsburg Elementary School Catlettsburg, KY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis of Assisi School
What grades does St Francis of Assisi School serve?
St Francis of Assisi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis of Assisi School?
St Francis of Assisi School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis of Assisi School rank in KY?
St Francis of Assisi School ranks #130 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Francis of Assisi School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis of Assisi School a private school?
Yes, St Francis of Assisi 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 Francis of Assisi School a religious school?
St Francis of Assisi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 459-3088
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