St. Henry School is in operation to carry on the mission of Jesus and to bring the children enrolled to a greater awareness of themselves as individuals, their potentials, their dignity as children of God, and their bond with every member of society, achieved through an educational program of the highest caliber in a Christian atmosphere.
To achieve this goal we shall strive to teach doctrine, to build community, and to foster service; to assist students in learning to make reflective application of Christian values to contemporary issues; to develop a deepening sense of social justice towards one's neighbor; to achieve academic excellence through constant evaluation and adaptation; to foster learning through a variety of teaching methods; to develop the aesthetic talents of the children through a well structured program of fine arts; to develop the physical talents and sportsmanship of the children through a well structured physical education program, and to develop and nurture the intellectual and physical well being of the children through a program of competitive and recreational extra-curricular activities.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Henry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2016
Student Body
Total Students
402 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Henry School's ranking?
St. Henry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Henry School?
The application deadline for St. Henry School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
The school and administrators are wonderful.
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