Whitefield Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked KY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 764 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,900
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Whitefield Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS)
Other religious school association(s)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Whitefield Academy
Pre-K	272
Kind	36
1	31
2	38
3	32
4	35
5	34
6	40
7	31
8	44
9	38
10	50
11	34
12	49

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Diferences

Year Founded

1976

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Calendar

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Campus Size

30 acres

Student Body

Total Students

764 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 13%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

48 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Girls: Kkaki pants / skirt and polo. Boys: Khaki pants and polo.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,900

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Tuition Notes

Tuition actually varies depending on the school level applying for.

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,800

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Mrs. Ashley Lawrence

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Beta ClubClass Officers

Junior BetaRobotics Program

Spanish ClubSpanish Honor Society

Spiritual Leadership TeamStudent Council

Thespian Society

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Praise BandTheater (Drama)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Elementary Intramural Sports

School Notes

Whitefield Academy exists to serve Christian families by providing a Christ-centered, Biblically-based education marked by academic excellence and spiritual vitality.
Our vision is to produce powerful and effective student leaders who will impact their world, through Biblical thought and action, in obedience to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment.

School Motto: Christ-centered, Biblically-based PreK-12 Education Marked by academic excellence and spiritual vitality.
School Mascot: Wildcats

At least one parent must be a born-again believer in Jesus Christ and along with the student(s), be an active memberof an evangelical church.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Whitefield Academy cost?

Whitefield Academy's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Whitefield Academy?

The acceptance rate of Whitefield Academy is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Whitefield Academy offer?

Whitefield Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Whitefield Academy's ranking?

Whitefield Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Whitefield Academy?

The application deadline for Whitefield Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Whitefield Academy located?

Whitefield Academy is located in the Highview neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 3 other private schools located in Highview.

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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).