Francis Parker School of Louisville (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked KY School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 479 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Francis Parker School of Louisville ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Francis Parker School of Louisville
Pre-K	62
Kind	30
1	30
2	27
3	23
4	23
5	27
6	40
7	30
8	37
9	37
10	39
11	37
12	37

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1965

Summer School Offered

Yes

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School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

479 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

67 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

12 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

None

Number of AP Courses

14 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$12,900

Admissions Director

Trisha Amirault

Admissions Associate

Maggie Blakeslee

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCross Country

Field HockeySoccer

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Black Students AssociationClimate Club

Gender Rights & Equality InitiativeGovernor's Cup

Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA)Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA)

Math League/CountsNaNoWriMo

Quick RecallScience Olympiad

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

All-StateChoir

PlaywritingTheatre & Drama

Yearbook

School Notes

Francis Parker: A Progressive Education We are truly "the School of Thought" a diverse community that emphasizes meeting students where they are in an atmosphere of individual acceptance, kindness and belonging; a Preschool 12th grade school that is focused on the process of learning through a progressive education and a joyful student experience.
We respect children and young adults as curious scientists and mathematicians, as creative writers and artists, and as changemakers for a more just and equitable world.

The philosophy of Francis Parker is rooted in theProgressiveeducation tradition.Fundamentally, we believe that each student is imbued with strengths and challenges and that each learner must be treated as an individual. Emphasizing active, experiential learning, problem solving, self-expression, critical thinking, collaboration, and healthy discussion and debate in every classroom, Francis Parker strives to prepare young people effectively for the challenges of higher education, civic involvement, and a successful life as an adult. As a community composed of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences, we ask of all our members that the tolerance, respect, and imagination required for responsible citizenship and global understanding be elements of daily practice. Throughout our program, students learn the ethical dimensions of issues, which helps them to use their talent and knowledge with wisdom, compassion, creativity, and integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Francis Parker School of Louisville offer a summer program?

Yes, Francis Parker School of Louisville offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Francis Parker School of Louisville offer?

Francis Parker School of Louisville offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Francis Parker School of Louisville's ranking?

Francis Parker School of Louisville ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Francis Parker School of Louisville?

The application deadline for Francis Parker School of Louisville is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Francis Parker School of Louisville located?

Francis Parker School of Louisville is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Louisville, KY.

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The average private school tuition in Louisville, KY is $11,175 for elementary schools and $12,444 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Louisville, KY is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).