2019 Best Private Schools in the Louisville AreaAbout this List

Kentucky Country Day School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 79

Parent: KCD is is an excellent school for many reasons: The environment really supports developing a multifacted child: a strong emphasis on academics, community, and citizenship. All students, no matter their interests, are exposed to the STEAM curriculum, the arts, academic teams and athletics. There is also plenty of opportunity for each student to “dig deep” in their personal area or areas of interest. This is true of students in the lower school through the high school. Students and parents alike will find that the sense of community at KCD is strong and inclusive. Our family, with three students enrolled across divisions, loves this school!
Read 79 Reviews

• A+

• 848 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Louisville Collegiate School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 122

Parent: Our daughter has been at Collegiate since 1st grade and has had the best experiences. She is starting high school in the Fall and loves going to school. How many middle schoolers say that, right? I don’t understand the B grading on diversity I’m seeing because the school is truly a melting pot of races, religions, demographics, political leanings, family structures, zip codes, etc. All A+ rankings from our family!
Read 122 Reviews

• A+

• 587 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Francis School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 31

Parent: St. Francis is absolutely the best school in town in terms of instilling the lifelong love of learning in a child. The Goshen campus is caring, collaborative, and a truly joyful place. The high school is leaps and bounds ahead of other schools in Louisville in terms of college prep. In fact, SFS high school feels like a small college itself. The students are taught to be respectful of one another, and the teachers are purposeful, thoughtful, and absolute experts in their area of study. The "School of Thought" is accurate. Students are encouraged to be curious, and truly engage in the learning experience. No getting away with simply memorizing information, here. The end result: thoughtful,intelligent, curious adults who want to continue to learn something new every day.
Read 31 Reviews

• A+

• 479 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Saint Xavier High School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 86

Senior: St X is a school rich in tradition and legacy. I am a third generation st X student, my grandpa, 4 uncles, brother and 2 cousins are graduates and I currently have 3 cousins attending. I love that they have all walked the same halls as myself. I know I will be prepared for college when I complete my senior year. St X has a outstanding reputation of preparing students both academically and spiritually for the future. I am proud to say I went to St Xavier Hogh School.
Read 86 Reviews

• A+

• 1,346 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Trinity High School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 71

Senior: Trinity's focus on building boys into men, in addition to offering top-level academics, is what separates the private all-boys school from the rest. A strong alumni base and major emphasis put on school pride offers every student a second home for life. Distribution of class levels and flexibility among those levels gives Trinity students the opportunity to cater their schedule to them. In addition to award winning teachers, faculty members, and coaches, Trinity boasts a beautiful residential area campus that has connected itself to the fabric of this community and stands as a shining reminder of the power of a Catholic education.
Read 71 Reviews

• A+

• 1,204 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sacred Heart Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 279

Freshman: Amazing school! Great academics and involvement, as well as fantastic students. There are so many opportunities provided to the students, and curriculum is specified towards the student.
Read 279 Reviews

• A+

• 842 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Walden School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 8

Parent: Amazing school, provides everything and more than I could ever wish for my child. He will not only continue to accelerate his academic achievements but his socal and moral needs are also met. Giving back is an integral part of everyday life at Walden and it fosters a family environment. Not a day goes by that I do not see the administration hands on with the kids.
If I could go black to school I would want to attend Walden.
Read 8 Reviews

• A

• 299 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christian Academy of Louisville School System

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 45

Parent: My daughter is a junior and has been there since Kindergarten. We have loved the teachers every year and school spirit is felt throughout the whole campus! No school is perfect but we have had lots of luck and love at CAL. After a while, it starts to feel like one big family! And the campus is sooo nice, with new turf sports field and latest technology. I would recommend CAL to anyone who is looking for an all around great school with Christian values.
Read 45 Reviews

• A

• 1,758 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Assumption High School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 100

Alum: Assumption High School offers a wonderful education program with academia similar to entry level college courses. I was among the few that were ahead in class when I began my freshman year of college, thanks to the teachers and curriculum at AHS. Along with an expansive education, AHS also has multiple sports teams and clubs to participate in. The sports are highly competitive while being extremely fun, I was able to play 4 different sports throughout my time at Assumption and it was such a great experience for me to take care of and train my body, and make lifelong friends. Amazing school, wonderful caring teachers and staff, and a head start to a productive future.
Read 100 Reviews

• A

• 860 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Our Lady of Providence Junior/Senior High School

• Private School
• Clarksville, IN
• 7-12
• 93

Senior: I loved it mostly because of small class sizes allowing me to get the help I needed when I was struggling. Also the school has allotted time before school on Mondays and Tuesdays where the teachers are there early so student that need it can get help or makeup missed work. The faculty and staff are truly amazing and always willing to help, and you can tell they truly love teaching! Also, I love that my grade is only 100 people and I know and talk to each and every one of them. This is a very special experience especially because at most high schools you’ll see new people everyday.
Read 93 Reviews

• A-

• 518 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mercy Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 177

Alum: I am a recent 2018 senior graduate. I went to Mercy for four years and absolutely loved it! Truly, it was the best fit for me. The campus and building overall are amazing. The teachers are some of the most dedicated and helpful teachers I have ever had in my adolescent schooling. I would recommend the school to any and everyone. They prepared me well for college with the real-life application curriculum and service projects.
Read 177 Reviews

• A-

• 554 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Presentation Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 66

Senior: What makes Presentation Academy so unique is that it is accepting. The school constantly demonstrates an openness to those of all backgrounds and ambitions. Located in downtown Louisville, it receives a diverse set of students each year from all areas of town. The teachers are open to anyone, and each is so passionate about his or her subject that it has been intriguing for me to learn throughout these past three years. Teachers generally care about the well-being of their students, but I can tell that mine especially monitor our success and happiness levels as if we were their own children. The principal knows the name of each student within our small, close student body of less than three hundred women. I have been personally nurtured throughout my high school experience, being able to start a robotics club and lead retreats. The environment has brought me to life. I have never felt so confident in myself or genuinely important to the world as I do now. I love my school!
Read 66 Reviews

• A-

• 257 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Valor Traditional Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 5

Senior: It's a good school, very clean and safe, but there are almost no sports. All of the teachers are friendly and know what they're talking about when they teach. The school is very small, so everyone knows each other's name and the teachers get to know each student quite well.
Read 5 Reviews

• A-

• 114 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Holy Cross High School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 19

Alum: Holy Cross is a small school, but the community feel is huge. Holy Cross offers classes for each learning level, ranging from Algebra I to A.P. Calculus. With amazing teachers, each student's needs are met everyday to ensure a great learning environment. Throughout my four years at Holy Cross, I have never felt so close to a community. Now that I hav graduated, I still feel welcomed back to Holy Cross to share my love with other Alumni. I could never thank Holy Cross enough for the four years that it gave me.
Read 19 Reviews

• A-

• 238 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christian Academy of Indiana

• Private School
• New Albany, IN
• PK, K-12
• 33

Senior: It has a great atmosphere and great academics. The teachers are all very well trained and are very knowledgeable about their subjects. Christian Academy has great role models and helps kids grow up with great people to help them with their problems. It is a Christian school, so there are mandatory Bible classes and chapels once a week, and it is great for families wishing to have their children be taugh with a Christian world view. After school activities are great too, with success athletic teams and a great drama team. There are also in school extracurriculars, such as band and choir, which have become well know in the area for their success. Overall, Christian Academy is a great school, especially for Christian families and students.
Read 33 Reviews

• B+

• 723 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

DeSales High School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 9-12
• 20

Alum: I liked how the teachers care and how they are willing to help. They are available before and after schoo The administration is also very helpful, you can come to them with any problems you may have. The principals and staff go out of their way to make everyone feel they belong and included and are a huge part of DeSales success. We came out ready for college and life beyond the classrooms. They have us pride in ourselves and our community. I would not have wanted to be anywhere else!
Read 20 Reviews

• B+

• 327 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Whitefield Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 64

Alum: I am a recent alumni. The teachers are amazing, extremely helpful and I made some life long friends. However, the administration is poor. The counselors are great but the principle over the high school wanted absolutely no involvement with students. He refused to go on both senior retreat and senior trip and made no effort to get to know any of the students my 4 years of high school. Overall it is a very good school and I would recommend it for a private school education because the academics, teachers and other staff make up for the very disappointing principle.
Read 64 Reviews

• B+

• 809 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portland Christian School - East Campus

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 17

Senior: I've gone here since kindergarten. This school is like my second home. The teachers are very personal and make time for those who ask for help. Class sizes are small, maybe the most i have in a class is 30 students. This allows for a very personal and connected classroom.
Read 17 Reviews

• B+

• 374 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cornerstone Christian Academy

• Private School
• Shelbyville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 18

Alum: What I enjoyed about Cornerstone Christian Academy was the small class sizes and being able to form a relationship with the teachers. Most of the teachers would invest time to make sure that you understood the material. I made a lot of friends there and made great memories. There were many sports and some clubs that you could get involved in. The only thing I wish they had more of was resources for classes such as math and science.
Read 18 Reviews

• B+

• 250 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Beth Haven Christian School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 21

Works Here: I attended Beth Haven my whole high school career! I started in 2010 as a freshman and I graduated in 2014. I currently work at Beth Haven in the Child Development Center. I’ve been apart of the Beth Haven family for over 8 years now. I came to know Christ has my Savior at Beth Haven. I highly recommend to anyone who is considering joining the BH family! The staff and teachers make you feel loved and the atmosphere makes you feel like you’re at “home”. No doubt, 5 stars!!
Read 21 Reviews

• B

• 177 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Micah Christian School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 10

Parent: Micah Christian School has been a very positive experience
Read 10 Reviews

• B

• 176 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Evangel Christian School

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• 1-12
• 27

Niche User: The teachers here make it easy to learn, but I still think that the curriculum could be better and things could be taught better.
Read 27 Reviews

• B

• 187 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Academy for Individual Excellence

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12
• 13

Senior: I enjoyed the small classes, because it gave more room for 1-on-1 work. The due dates for projects was well organized, although there were a few deadlines that overlapped awkwardly with holidays and breaks.
Read 13 Reviews

• B-

• 414 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portland Christian School - North Campus

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• K-12
• 2

• B+

• 379 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Landmark Christian Academy

• Private School
• Louisville, KY
• PK, K-12

• B+

• 143 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio