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Best 40228 Kentucky Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,812 students in 40228, KY (there are 3 public schools, serving 2,951 public students). 38% of all K-12 students in 40228, KY are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 40228, KY include Whitefield Academy and Mercy Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Kentucky private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
100% of private schools in 40228, KY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 40228 Kentucky Private Schools (2026-27)

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Mercy Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 14
All-girls (Catholic)
5801 Fegenbush Ln
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 671-2010
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Whitefield Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 764 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 14
7711 Fegenbush Ln
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 439-6815
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Map of St. Bernard Catholic School
St. Bernard Catholic School
Gr: K-8 | 301 students
Catholic
7500 Tangelo Dr
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 239-5178
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Map of Victory Christian Academy
Victory Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 239 students
Baptist
7808 Beulah Church Rd
Louisville, KY 40228
(502) 239-6699
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 40228, KY?
The top ranked private schools in 40228, KY include Whitefield Academy and Mercy Academy.
How many private schools are located in 40228?
4 private schools are located in 40228.
What percentage of students in 40228 go to private school?
38% of all K-12 students in 40228 are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 40228?
100% of private schools in 40228 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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