West End School in Louisville, KY, is a nonsectarian all–boys private school serving grades PK through 8 in a city setting.
Founded in 2005, the school enrolls 121 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 12 teachers.
The student body is predominantly composed of students of color, representing 96.19% diversity, placing the school among the top 20% for racial diversity in Kentucky private schools.
West End School offers a regular elementary and secondary program in an urban community, providing education for boys from preschool to middle school.
Tuition information is in line with Louisville private school averages, with local elementary school tuition averaging $11,556.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
West End School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Purple, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Soaring Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for West End School?
The application deadline for West End School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to West End School is Dream Center Academy Christian School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Emma L Minnis Junior Academy (1.8 miles away)
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Dream Center Academy Christian School ![Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.]( "Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.")
(Christian)
2503 West Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition listed
Emma L Minnis Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1939 Magazine Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 34 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Northside Christian School
(Baptist)
2214 Bank Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Tuition listed
Presentation Academy ![Presentation Academy Photo]( "Presentation Academy Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
861 S 4th St
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-5935
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-5935
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
233 W. Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Dream Center Academy Christian School ![Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.]( "Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.")
(Christian)
2503 West Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition listed
Northside Christian School
(Baptist)
2214 Bank Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Tuition listed
Presentation Academy ![Presentation Academy Photo]( "Presentation Academy Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
861 S 4th St
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-5935
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 583-5935
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
233 W. Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
St. James Academy
(Catholic)
4049 S 5th St
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 363-3157
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 363-3157
3.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 62 students
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Location
Miles
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Dream Center Academy Christian School ![Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.]( "Dream Center Academy Christian School Photo - Dream Center Academy Christian School is changing how children from the inner city are educated. God's children deserve the best and we're giving them options and opportunities.")
(Christian)
2503 West Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 975-6352
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition listed
Emma L Minnis Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1939 Magazine Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 34 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Northside Christian School
(Baptist)
2214 Bank Street
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
Louisville, KY 40212
(502) 778-1113
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 132 students Tuition listed
233 W. Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
Most Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
1128 Berry Blvd
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 361-0149
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 361-0149
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Emma L Minnis Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1939 Magazine Street
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 774-2108
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 34 students Avg. class size: 15 students
233 W. Broadway
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 736-1000
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
115 E Kentucky St
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 636-2084
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 636-2084
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 46 students
Most Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
1128 Berry Blvd
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 361-0149
Louisville, KY 40215
(502) 361-0149
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Colgate Baptist Church Learnin
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
125 E Montgomery Ave
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8345
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8345
4.1 miles
Gr: K | 5 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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James R. Allen High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
918 Old State Road
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
9002.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Meade County College And Career Center
Vocational School
110 Greer Street
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
9002.6 miles
Gr: 8-12
Meade County High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
9002.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,512 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
David T. Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1075 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7540
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7540
9002.8 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 529 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Stuart Pepper Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1085 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7530
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7530
9002.8 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 702 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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