St. Louis, the first parochial school in Louisville, was erected around 1852 on the west side of Chapel street.
Peter Boviter, Joseph Demulin, and Hannah Moffit-Teachers-guided the footsteps of some of the great-grandfathers and great-grandmothers of present-day parishioners.
The Sisters of the Humility of Mary came from France to America in 1864 to teach the children of French immigrants in Louisville.
The Teachers at St. Louis School are fully certified by the State of Ohio Department of Education as well as having certification in Religious Education if they are teaching Religion.
The combined faculty has many years of teaching experience and these dedicated teachers ensure that the school has an atmosphere of professional excellence permeated with love, patience and mutual respect.
St. Louis Elementary school is a diocesan Roman Catholic school operated by the St.
Louis Parish Community. The mission of St. Louis School is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ to provide excellence in educational programs.
As educators, working in partnership with the parish of St.
Louis, the parents of our students and other professionals, we endeavor to prepare students to be followers of Jesus Christ and responsible productive citizens.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Louis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$6,800/yr for 1 Child (affiliated), $7,900/yr (non-affiliated)
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Where You Belong
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Louis Elementary School's ranking?
St. Louis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Louis Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Louis Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Facts
8700 Edison St Ne
Louisville, OH 44641
(330) 935-0132
Louisville, OH 44641
(330) 935-0132
7.9 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 20 students Avg. class size: 21 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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