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#107 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 49% of private schools

West End School

Elementary School

3628 VIRGINIA AVE, Louisville, KY 40211

Private

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#107 of 218

In Louisville

#35 of 62

public schools

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West End School

6.4/10

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

Foster Traditional Academy

4.3/10

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2.7/10

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About West End School

West End School is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. West End School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. West End School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it comparesOn par with KY schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 108 students, West End 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 9:1 students to teachers, West End School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

West End 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 West End School compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
108
This School
vs
482
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 93.5% vs 0%
White 3.7% vs 0%
West End School Louisville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
West End School (this school) 6.4
Foster Traditional Academy 4.3
Kennedy Elementary 2.7
Maupin Elementary 3.5
DuValle Education Center 3.3
Carter Traditional Elementary 2.4
Brandeis Elementary 4.8
Johnson Traditional Middle 2.1
Young Elementary 3.6
King Elementary 3.6
The Academy @ Shawnee 6.5
Byck Elementary 3.0
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School 2.8
Atkinson Academy 3.6
Grace M. James Academy of Excellence 8.9
Cane Run Elementary 3.2
Western Middle School for the Arts 7.8
Mcferran Preparatory Academy 2.9
Western Day Treatment
Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary 2.4
Portland Elementary 4.2

Showing 20 of 141 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- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 12%
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
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Enrollment 108
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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)

Black 93.5%
White 3.7%
Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3628 VIRGINIA AVE, Louisville, KY 40211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West End School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Brandeis Elementary (rated 4.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Foster Traditional Academy (rated 4.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Foster Traditional Academy Louisville 0.4 mi 4.3
Kennedy Elementary Louisville 0.6 mi 2.7
DuValle Education Center Louisville 0.7 mi 3.3
Carter Traditional Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 2.4
Maupin Elementary Louisville 0.7 mi 3.5
Brandeis Elementary Louisville 0.8 mi 4.8
Young Elementary Louisville 1.2 mi 3.6
Johnson Traditional Middle Louisville 1.0 mi 2.1
King Elementary Louisville 1.4 mi 3.6
The Academy @ Shawnee Louisville 1.6 mi 6.5
Byck Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 3.0
Cane Run Elementary Louisville 2.1 mi 3.2
CITY SCHOOLHOUSE Louisville 2.0 mi
Atkinson Academy Louisville 2.0 mi 3.6
EMMA L. MINNIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Louisville 1.8 mi 5.0
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School Louisville 1.8 mi 2.8
Western Middle School for the Arts Louisville 2.1 mi 7.8
Grace M. James Academy of Excellence Louisville 2.0 mi 8.9
Portland Elementary Louisville 2.5 mi 4.2
Mill Creek Elementary Louisville 2.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,598

Median Home Value

$97,900

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

21,165

College Educated

10.7%

Homeownership

41.5%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

39.5%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West End School

What grades does West End School serve?

West End School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend West End School?

West End School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West End School?

The student-teacher ratio at West End School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does West End School rank in KY?

West End School ranks #107 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is West End School's MySchoolScout rating?

West End School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is West End School a private school?

Yes, West End School is a private all-boys 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 West End School a religious school?

No, West End School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
108
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County

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