Below Average
#183 of 218 private schools in KY
St Gabriel School
Elementary School
5503 BARDSTOWN RD, Louisville, KY 40291
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#183 of 218
In Louisville
#57 of 62
public schools
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St Gabriel School
Elementary School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Gabriel School
St Gabriel School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St Gabriel School serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gabriel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Gabriel 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 Gabriel School compares to 137 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Gabriel School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Fern Creek Elementary | 3.8 |
| Wheeler Elementary | 7.8 |
| Carrithers Middle | 4.3 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary | 3.2 |
| Luhr Elementary | 6.9 |
| Watterson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Bates Elementary | 8.4 |
| Tully Elementary | 8.3 |
| Marion C. Moore School | 4.2 |
| Smyrna Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Farmer Elementary | 7.9 |
| Ramsey Middle | 4.9 |
| Cochrane Elementary | 5.2 |
| Newcomer Academy | 5.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary | 4.3 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary | 4.2 |
| Price Elementary | 4.5 |
| Rangeland Elementary | 3.3 |
| Newburg Middle | 5.2 |
| Hartstern Elementary | 3.9 |
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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
5503 BARDSTOWN RD, Louisville, KY 40291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Gabriel School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fern Creek Elementary Louisville | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Fern Creek High Louisville | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Wheeler Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Carrithers Middle Louisville | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Luhr Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Bates Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Jeffersontown High Louisville | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MERCY ACADEMY Louisville | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Tully Elementary Louisville | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Marion C. Moore School Louisville | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Cochrane Elementary Louisville | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Smyrna Elementary School Louisville | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Farmer Elementary Louisville | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,576
Median Home Value
$264,700
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
41,506
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
| Allen Elementary School Allen, KY | 4.8 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ft. Mitchell, KY | 4.8 |
| Brandeis Elementary Louisville, KY | 4.8 |
| Chandlers Elementary School Russellville, KY | 4.8 |
| Chenoweth Elementary Louisville, KY | 4.8 |
| James Lane Allen Elementary School Lexington, KY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Gabriel School
What grades does St Gabriel School serve?
St Gabriel School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Gabriel School?
St Gabriel School has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gabriel School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gabriel School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gabriel School rank in KY?
St Gabriel School ranks #183 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Gabriel School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gabriel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Gabriel School a private school?
Yes, St Gabriel 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 Gabriel School a religious school?
St Gabriel School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 298-0169
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