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Very Good

#38 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 17% of private schools

The De Paul School

Elementary School

1925 DUKER AVE, Louisville, KY 40205

Private

Enrollment

143

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#38 of 218

In Louisville

#11 of 62

public schools

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The De Paul School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About The De Paul School

The De Paul School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. The De Paul School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The De Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.4 pts above KY schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 143 students, The De Paul 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.

At 6.8:1 students to teachers, The De Paul School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The De Paul 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

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How The De Paul School compares to 137 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
143
This School
vs
490
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.6% vs 0%
Black 8.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%
The De Paul School Louisville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The De Paul School (this school) 7.7
Highland Middle 5.3
Peace Academy 5.9
Bloom Elementary 7.7
Jefferson County Traditional Middle 5.4
Barret Traditional Middle 7.6
Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary 3.9
Breckinridge Metropolitan High 5.3
Kentucky School for the Blind 5.3
Hawthorne Elementary 8.4
St Joseph Children's Home
Audubon Traditional Elementary 6.1
Home of the Innocents Discovery
Home of the Innocents School
Field Elementary 6.9
Shelby Academy 4.8
Brooklawn
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts 7.9
Boys & Girls Haven
Camp Taylor Elementary 6.2
Meyzeek Middle 6.8

Showing 20 of 137 schools. View all schools in Louisville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,159.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 143
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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)

White 84.6%
Black 8.4%
Asian 2.8%
Hispanic 2.1%
Two or More 1.4%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1925 DUKER AVE, Louisville, KY 40205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The De Paul School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bloom Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HAYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Highland Middle Louisville 0.4 mi 5.3
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 0.4 mi 7.2
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Louisville 0.5 mi 6.0
ST AGNES SCHOOL Louisville 0.6 mi 5.8
LOUISVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Louisville 0.7 mi 8.0
Peace Academy Louisville 0.9 mi 5.9
LOUISVILLE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Louisville 0.9 mi 7.1
Bloom Elementary Louisville 0.9 mi 7.7
HIGHLAND PRESBYTERIAN NURSERY AND WEEKDAY SCHOOL Louisville 1.2 mi
Barret Traditional Middle Louisville 1.5 mi 7.6
Atherton High Louisville 1.4 mi 8.5
Jefferson County Traditional Middle Louisville 1.4 mi 5.4
Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 3.9
HAYFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 1.7 mi 6.7
Kentucky School for the Blind Louisville 1.9 mi 5.3
LOUISVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Louisville 1.9 mi 6.9
HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Louisville 1.9 mi 4.8
ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL Louisville 1.7 mi 6.0
Breckinridge Metropolitan High Louisville 1.8 mi 5.3
St Joseph Children's Home Louisville 2.0 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
Blaine Elementary School Blaine, KY 7.8
LEXINGTON UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Lexington, KY 7.8
ST JOHN SCHOOL Georgetown, KY 7.8
ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florence, KY 7.6
Eastern Elementary School Pleasureville, KY 7.5
Hayes Lewis Elementary School Yeaddiss, KY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The De Paul School

What grades does The De Paul School serve?

The De Paul School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The De Paul School?

The De Paul School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The De Paul School?

The student-teacher ratio at The De Paul School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The De Paul School rank in KY?

The De Paul School ranks #38 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is The De Paul School's MySchoolScout rating?

The De Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The De Paul School a private school?

Yes, The De Paul School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The De Paul School a religious school?

No, The De Paul School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
143
Gender Split
65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

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