St. Xavier High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

St. Xavier High School is an all–boys Catholic secondary school in Louisville, KY, serving grades 9 through 12 with an enrollment of 1,104 udents in a large city setting.
Founded in 1864, the school has 121 teachers and a udent–teacher ratio of 9:1, with an average class size of 17.
Approximately 15% of the udent body identifies as students of color, and 30% of students receive financial aid with an average grant of $2,600.
The school offers 31 Advanced Placement courses and reports average andardized test scores of 1,179 on the SAT and 25 on the ACT.
Xavier High School has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 1993, 2016, and 2023.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked KY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,104 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Xavier High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Xavier High School
9	297
10	297
11	275
12	235

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Grade 9 and 10 lead with 297 students each, while Grade 12 is smaller at 235.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1864

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1993, 2016, 2023

Campus Size

54 acres

Student Body

Total Students

1,104 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 13%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

121 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average SAT score

1179

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Shirt & Tie required

Number of AP Courses

31 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP African American StudiesAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP English Literature and Composition

AP Environmental ScienceAP European History

AP French Language and CultureAP German Language and Culture

AP Human GeographyAP Language and Composition

AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics

AP Music TheoryAP Physics 1

AP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Physics C: Mechanics

AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture

AP StatisticsAP Studio Art: 2D Design

AP Studio Art: 3D DesignAP Studio Art: Drawing

AP US Government and PoliticsAP US History

AP World History: Modern

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,600

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

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Green, Gold

School Mascot

Tiger

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Xavier High School often compared to?

St. Xavier High School is often viewed alongside schools like Trinity High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Xavier High School?

The acceptance rate of St. Xavier High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What is St. Xavier High School's ranking?

St. Xavier High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Xavier High School?

The application deadline for St. Xavier High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Xavier High School located?

St. Xavier High School is located in the Poplar Level neighborhood of Louisville, KY.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Louisville, KY is $10,898 for elementary schools and $12,598 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Louisville, KY is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).