Louisville Collegiate School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked KY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 788 students
Yearly Tuition: $30,500
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Louisville Collegiate School
Pre-K	39
Kind	45
1	46
2	48
3	54
4	53
5	51
6	59
7	62
8	69
9	60
10	63
11	65
12	74

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1915

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Thu. May 27, 2027

Campus Size

11 acres

School Motto

Academic excellence combined with extraordinary character leads to good global citizenship.

Student Body

Total Students

788 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 13%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

124 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

14 students

Average SAT score

1388

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Khaki shorts, pants, Collegiate shirt, Kilts and skorts

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

American StudiesArt History

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Comparative GovernmentsComputer Science Principles

Environmental ScienceFrench Language and Culture

MacroeconomicsMultivariable Calculus

PhysicsPhysics C

PsychologySenior Seminar

Spanish LanguageSpanish Literature

StatisticsStudio Art

U.S. Government and Politics

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$30,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade.

% on Financial Aid

34%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$12,000

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Austin T. Anderton

Admissions Associate

Muffy Sattich

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Amazon And Titan

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

23 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubChess Club

Cum Laude SocietyFIRST Robotics

Foreign Language ClubForeign Language Honor Societies

Future Problem SolversGay/Straight Alliance

Governor's CupMarketing

Math Honor SocietyMath/Science Club

Mock TrialModel United Nations

National Honor SocietyQuick Recall

Science OlympiadStudent Council

Walking ClubWorld Quest

YearbookYoung Entrepreneurs

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Arts and Music Programs:

National Art Honor Society

School Notes

Louisville Collegiate School is a JK-12 all-gender independent day school located in the historic Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, serving nearly 800 students.
Founded in 1915, Collegiate is a community rich in history and built on a tradition of academic excellence.
The JK-12 curriculum provides a tremendous, well-rounded foundation for every student's future.
Graduates qualify to succeed at highly selective colleges and universities throughout the United States and the world.
A Collegiate education prepares students to stand out from the crowd, armed with an extraordinary academic foundation, remarkable leadership skills, and a solid moral compass necessary for lifelong learning, civic involvement, and global engagement.

Collegiate offers:

ACADEMIC program that encourages students to take risks as they develop and grow the necessary skills to succeed inside and outside the classroom. With over 800 students in grades JK-12, Collegiate maintains an average class size of 14 students.
an ARTS program that provides opportunities for every student, including theatrical and vocal performances, rock band, string instruments, and visual arts.
a no-cut ATHLETICS program with 25 varsity sports. Students are encouraged to participate in multiple sports throughout the school year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Louisville Collegiate School cost?

Louisville Collegiate School's tuition is approximately $30,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Louisville Collegiate School?

The acceptance rate of Louisville Collegiate School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Louisville Collegiate School offer?

Louisville Collegiate School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Louisville Collegiate School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for most sports offered.

What is Louisville Collegiate School's ranking?

Louisville Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Louisville Collegiate School?

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

In what neighborhood is Louisville Collegiate School located?

Louisville Collegiate School is located in the Cherokee Triangle neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other private schools located in Cherokee Triangle.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/9/2022

THIS IS THE BEST SCHOOL EVER!!!!!!! NONE IS BETTER TRUST ME!!!!!! COME HERE

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Gae Boye

5 10/22/2020

Collegiate has proven again and again to be the right school for my children. Each day they are in a nurturing, caring environment. The small class size and the emphasis on college preparedness are outstanding.They truly deliver on their 4 cornerstones - Respect, Honor, Compassion, and Responsibility.

- Posted by Parent - Upper School Parent

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Did You Know?

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).