Best 40299 Kentucky Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,409 students in 40299, KY (there are 7 public schools, serving 5,414 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 40299, KY are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 40299, KY include Academy For Individual Excellence, St. Edward School, and St. Michael School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Kentucky private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 40299, KY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked 40299 Kentucky Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy For Individual Excellence
Alternative School (Christian)
(11)
3101 Bluebird Ln
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 267-6187
Gr: PK-12 | 369 students
St. Edward School
(Catholic)
9610 Sue Helen Dr
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 267-6633
Gr: PK-8 | 406 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Michael School
(Catholic)
(2)
3705 Stone Lakes Dr
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 267-6155
Gr: PK-8 | 634 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 40299 Kentucky

40299, Kentucky Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Christ Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten (Closed 2015)
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
9212 Taylorsville Rd
Louisville, KY 40299
(502) 267-5082
Gr: PK-K | 42 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 40299, KY?
The top-ranked private schools in 40299, KY include Academy For Individual Excellence, St. Edward School, and St. Michael School.
How many private schools are located in 40299?
3 private schools are located in 40299.
What percentage of students in 40299 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 40299 are educated in private schools (compared to the KY state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 40299?
100% of private schools in 40299 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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