Very Good
#68 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 31% of private schools
St James Catholic School
Elementary School
1818 EDENSIDE AVE, Louisville, KY 40204
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#68 of 218
In Louisville
#20 of 62
public schools
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St James Catholic School
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About St James Catholic School
St James Catholic School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St James Catholic School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, St James Catholic School 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.
St James Catholic 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 James Catholic School compares to 137 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St James Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Bloom Elementary | 7.7 |
| Highland Middle | 5.3 |
| Peace Academy | 5.9 |
| Jefferson County Traditional Middle | 5.4 |
| Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary | 3.9 |
| Breckinridge Metropolitan High | 5.3 |
| Barret Traditional Middle | 7.6 |
| Kentucky School for the Blind | 5.3 |
| Home of the Innocents Discovery | — |
| Home of the Innocents School | — |
| Shelby Academy | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts | 7.9 |
| Audubon Traditional Elementary | 6.1 |
| Meyzeek Middle | 6.8 |
| St Joseph Children's Home | — |
| Pathfinder School of Innovation | 5.4 |
| Field Elementary | 6.9 |
| Heuser Hearing & Language Academy | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.4 |
| Ackerly | — |
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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
1818 EDENSIDE AVE, Louisville, KY 40204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St James Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bloom Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Audubon Traditional Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE DE PAUL SCHOOL Louisville | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bloom Elementary Louisville | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Louisville | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Highland Middle Louisville | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LOUISVILLE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Louisville | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAND PRESBYTERIAN NURSERY AND WEEKDAY SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Peace Academy Louisville | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Jefferson County Traditional Middle Louisville | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LOUISVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Louisville | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary Louisville | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Barret Traditional Middle Louisville | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Breckinridge Metropolitan High Louisville | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Kentucky School for the Blind Louisville | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Home of the Innocents Discovery Louisville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Home of the Innocents School Louisville | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST STEPHEN MARTYR SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Atherton High Louisville | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Audubon Traditional Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,706
Median Home Value
$314,700
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
14,018
College Educated
63%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
38.8
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| ST AGATHA ACADEMY Winchester, KY | 7.2 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY | 7.2 |
| STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Hopkinsville, KY | 7.3 |
| George Washington Carver STEM Academy Lexington, KY | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St James Catholic School
What grades does St James Catholic School serve?
St James Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St James Catholic School?
St James Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St James Catholic School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St James Catholic School rank in KY?
St James Catholic School ranks #68 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St James Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St James Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St James Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St James Catholic 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 James Catholic School a religious school?
St James Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 454-0330
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