Below Average
#204 of 218 private schools in KY
St Margaret Mary School
Elementary School
7813 SHELBYVILLE RD, Louisville, KY 40222
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#204 of 218
In Louisville
#61 of 62
public schools
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St Margaret Mary School
Elementary School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Margaret Mary School
St Margaret Mary School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St Margaret Mary School serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Margaret Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Margaret Mary 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 Margaret Mary School compares to 137 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret Mary School (this school) | 4.1 |
| The Phoenix School of Discovery | 5.9 |
| Lowe Elementary | 7.2 |
| The Brook-Dupont | — |
| The Brook-KMI | 4.5 |
| St Matthews Elementary | 4.9 |
| Westport Middle | 6.9 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional | 8.6 |
| Bowen Elementary | 7.1 |
| Wilder Elementary | 5.9 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary | 4.2 |
| Kammerer Middle | 6.1 |
| Mary Jo and William MacDonald Maryhurst | 5.1 |
| Crosby Middle | 5.8 |
| Dunn Elementary | 6.0 |
| Zachary Taylor Elementary | 4.5 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary | 4.3 |
| Norton Elementary | 9.2 |
| Cochrane Elementary | 5.2 |
| Chenoweth Elementary | 4.8 |
| Middletown Elementary | 4.8 |
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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
7813 SHELBYVILLE RD, Louisville, KY 40222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Margaret Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greathouse/Shryock Traditional (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lowe Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Phoenix School of Discovery Louisville | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Louisville | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lowe Elementary Louisville | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ASCENSON Louisville | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PITT ACADEMY Louisville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| The Brook-Dupont Louisville | 1.5 mi | — |
| The Brook-KMI Louisville | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Westport Middle Louisville | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI TORAH ACADEMY Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Louisville | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Waggener High Louisville | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| WALDEN SCHOOL CORPORATION Louisville | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| RSM LOUISVILLE LLC Louisville | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilder Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| St Matthews Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,623
Median Home Value
$347,000
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
21,634
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Foster Heights Elementary School Bardstown, KY | 4.1 |
| Mason County Intermediate School Maysville, KY | 4.1 |
| Owsley County Elementary School Booneville, KY | 4.1 |
| Southside Elementary Shelbyville, KY | 4.1 |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville, KY | 4.1 |
| Wright Elementary Shelbyville, KY | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret Mary School
What grades does St Margaret Mary School serve?
St Margaret Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Margaret Mary School?
St Margaret Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Margaret Mary School rank in KY?
St Margaret Mary School ranks #204 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Margaret Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Margaret Mary School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret Mary 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 Margaret Mary School a religious school?
St Margaret Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 674
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 426-2635
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