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Best 40214 Kentucky Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 884 students in 40214, KY (there are 7 public schools, serving 4,895 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 40214, KY are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 40214, KY include St. Nicholas Academy and De Sales High School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 40214, KY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 40214 Kentucky Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of De Sales High School
De Sales High School
Gr: 9-12 | 350 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 14
All-boys (Catholic)
425 Kenwood Dr
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 368-6519
(1)
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Map of St. Nicholas Academy
St. Nicholas Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
5501 New Cut Road
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 368-8506
(1)
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Map of St. James Academy
St. James Academy
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
Catholic
4049 S 5th St
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 363-3157
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Valiant Christian Academy Photo
Valiant Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
5627 New Cut Rd
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 368-0080
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40214, Kentucky Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Thomas More School
St. Thomas More School
Gr: PK-8 | 208 students
Catholic
226 Inverness Avenue
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 363-3719
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 40214, KY?
The top ranked private schools in 40214, KY include St. Nicholas Academy and De Sales High School.
How many private schools are located in 40214?
4 private schools are located in 40214.
What percentage of students in 40214 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 40214 are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 40214?
100% of private schools in 40214 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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