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#13 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 6% of private schools

Valor Traditional Academy

School

11501 SCHLATTER RD, Louisville, KY 40291

Private

Enrollment

118

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#13 of 218

In Louisville

#5 of 62

public schools

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Valor Traditional Academy

8.2/10

School in Louisville · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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4.9/10

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About Valor Traditional Academy

Valor Traditional Academy is a private school in Louisville, KY. Valor Traditional Academy serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Valor Traditional Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares2.0 pts above KY schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 118 students, Valor Traditional Academy 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Valor Traditional Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Valor Traditional Academy 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 Valor Traditional Academy compares to 157 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
118
This School
vs
578
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 3.4% vs 0%
Valor Traditional Academy Louisville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Valor Traditional Academy (this school) 8.2
Bates Elementary 8.4
Ramsey Middle 4.9
Farmer Elementary 7.9
Fern Creek High 5.0
Fern Creek Elementary 3.8
Wilt Elementary 6.5
Wheeler Elementary 7.8
Luhr Elementary 6.9
Marion C. Moore School 4.2
Smyrna Elementary School 3.5
Carrithers Middle 4.3
Laukhuf Elementary 5.0
Jeffersontown Elementary 3.2
Hartstern Elementary 3.9
Tully Elementary 8.3
Overdale Elementary School 5.2
Southern High 4.1
Jeffersontown High 4.6
Watterson Elementary 4.1
Blue Lick Elementary 7.6

Showing 20 of 157 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- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 30%
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 118
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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 65.3%
Native American 21.2%
Hispanic 5.9%
Black 4.2%
Asian 3.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11501 SCHLATTER RD, Louisville, KY 40291

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valor Traditional Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bates Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Farmer Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wheeler Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bates Elementary Louisville 2.2 mi 8.4
Ramsey Middle Louisville 3.1 mi 4.9
Farmer Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 7.9
Fern Creek High Louisville 3.7 mi 5.0
Fern Creek Elementary Louisville 3.8 mi 3.8
Wheeler Elementary Louisville 4.1 mi 7.8
Old Mill Elementary School Mount Washington 3.9 mi 6.4
Bullitt East High School Mount Washington 4.0 mi 5.3
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville 3.6 mi 7.2
MT. Washington Middle School Mount Washington 4.3 mi 4.7
Crossroads Elementary Mt. Washington 4.3 mi 6.8
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville 4.5 mi 4.8
MT. Washington Elementary Mount Washington 4.7 mi 5.8
Wilt Elementary Louisville 4.0 mi 6.5
Spring Meadows Mt. Washington 4.8 mi
Carrithers Middle Louisville 5.1 mi 4.3
Luhr Elementary Louisville 4.5 mi 6.9
Marion C. Moore School Louisville 4.5 mi 4.2
Smyrna Elementary School Louisville 4.6 mi 3.5
Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville 5.8 mi 3.2

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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CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAWRENCEBURG Lawrenceburg, KY 8.2
GALILEAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Liberty, KY 8.2
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Ashland, KY 8.1
SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY 8.4
CORNERSTONE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Madisonville, KY 7.8
Kentucky School for the Deaf Danville, KY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valor Traditional Academy

What grades does Valor Traditional Academy serve?

Valor Traditional Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Valor Traditional Academy?

Valor Traditional Academy has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valor Traditional Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Valor Traditional Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Valor Traditional Academy rank in KY?

Valor Traditional Academy ranks #13 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Valor Traditional Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Valor Traditional Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Valor Traditional Academy a private school?

Yes, Valor Traditional Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Valor Traditional Academy a religious school?

Valor Traditional Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
118
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

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