Very Good
#46 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 21% of private schools
St Rita Elementary School
Elementary School
8709 PRESTON HWY, Louisville, KY 40219
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#46 of 218
In Louisville
#15 of 62
public schools
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St Rita Elementary 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 Rita Elementary School
St Rita Elementary School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. St Rita Elementary School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rita Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St Rita Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Rita Elementary 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 Rita Elementary School compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Rita Elementary School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Blake Elementary | 2.2 |
| Okolona Elementary | 5.1 |
| Hartstern Elementary | 3.9 |
| Blue Lick Elementary | 7.6 |
| Knight Middle | 5.8 |
| Minors Lane Elementary | 3.8 |
| Laukhuf Elementary | 5.0 |
| Smyrna Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Slaughter Elementary | 5.2 |
| Marion C. Moore School | 4.2 |
| Rangeland Elementary | 3.3 |
| Wilt Elementary | 6.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle | 4.6 |
| Indian Trail Elementary | 3.0 |
| Luhr Elementary | 6.9 |
| George Unseld Early Childhood Center | 5.3 |
| Overdale Elementary School | 5.2 |
| W.E.B. DuBois Academy | 6.2 |
| Price Elementary | 4.5 |
| Newburg Middle | 5.2 |
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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
8709 PRESTON HWY, Louisville, KY 40219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Rita Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Lick Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ATHANASIUS (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wilt Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southern High Louisville | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Blake Elementary Louisville | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Okolona Elementary Louisville | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Hartstern Elementary Louisville | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Blue Lick Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Knight Middle Louisville | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Laukhuf Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ATHANASIUS Louisville | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Slaughter Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Minors Lane Elementary Louisville | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Rangeland Elementary Louisville | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Smyrna Elementary School Louisville | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Louisville | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Marion C. Moore School Louisville | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| George Unseld Early Childhood Center Louisville | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Indian Trail Elementary Louisville | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Overdale Elementary School Louisville | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilt Elementary Louisville | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MICAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Mary Ryan Academy Louisville | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,271
Median Home Value
$186,000
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
39,107
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
35
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 EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville, KY | 7.6 |
| Eastern Elementary School Pleasureville, KY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Rita Elementary School
What grades does St Rita Elementary School serve?
St Rita Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Rita Elementary School?
St Rita Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rita Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Rita Elementary School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Rita Elementary School rank in KY?
St Rita Elementary School ranks #46 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is St Rita Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Rita Elementary 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 Rita Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Rita Elementary 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 Rita Elementary School a religious school?
St Rita Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 969-7067
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