Very Good
#71 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 32% of private schools
Whitefield Academy
School
7711 FEGENBUSH LN, Louisville, KY 40228
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#71 of 218
In Louisville
#21 of 62
public schools
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Whitefield Academy
School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Luhr Elementary
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About Whitefield Academy
Whitefield Academy is a private school in Louisville, KY. Whitefield Academy serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitefield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Whitefield 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
BetaHow Whitefield Academy compares to 161 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Whitefield Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Luhr Elementary | 6.9 |
| Marion C. Moore School | 4.2 |
| Smyrna Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Fern Creek Elementary | 3.8 |
| Fern Creek High | 5.0 |
| Bates Elementary | 8.4 |
| Hartstern Elementary | 3.9 |
| Wheeler Elementary | 7.8 |
| Wilt Elementary | 6.5 |
| Rangeland Elementary | 3.3 |
| Watterson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Carrithers Middle | 4.3 |
| Price Elementary | 4.5 |
| Southern High | 4.1 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary | 3.2 |
| Newburg Middle | 5.2 |
| Laukhuf Elementary | 5.0 |
| Ramsey Middle | 4.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle | 4.6 |
| Farmer Elementary | 7.9 |
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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
7711 FEGENBUSH LN, Louisville, KY 40228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitefield Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALOR TRADITIONAL ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Luhr Elementary Louisville | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Marion C. Moore School Louisville | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Smyrna Elementary School Louisville | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Fern Creek Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Fern Creek High Louisville | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MERCY ACADEMY Louisville | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ATHANASIUS Louisville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Bates Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Wilt Elementary Louisville | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Wheeler Elementary Louisville | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hartstern Elementary Louisville | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Rangeland Elementary Louisville | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Carrithers Middle Louisville | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville | 3.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Price Elementary Louisville | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| VALOR TRADITIONAL ACADEMY Louisville | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Laukhuf Elementary Louisville | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,762
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
18,491
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SOMERSET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Somerset, KY | 7.3 |
| PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville, KY | 7.0 |
| Robertson County School Mount Olivet, KY | 6.9 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, KY | 6.9 |
| Augusta Independent School Augusta, KY | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitefield Academy
What grades does Whitefield Academy serve?
Whitefield Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Whitefield Academy?
Whitefield Academy has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitefield Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitefield Academy is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Whitefield Academy rank in KY?
Whitefield Academy ranks #71 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Whitefield Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitefield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whitefield Academy a private school?
Yes, Whitefield Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Whitefield Academy a religious school?
Whitefield Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 439-6815
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