The mission of St. Edward Parish School is to provide a Catholic education with Christian values rooted in a tradition of academic excellence for the children of the Jeffersontown area from Kindergarten through grade eight.
Our goals are to build a community of faith among students, teachers, and parents, thus enabling students to develop a sense of self-worth and recognize their talents and abilities as unique children of God; to provide a nurturing environment in which doctrine and basic Christian values can be taught in a unique, challenging, and diversified program in order to meet the demands of the present and future with confidence; and to encourage students to be responsible members of the global community by involvement in projects to serve others and themselves.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Edward School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
406 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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. Edward School's ranking?
St. Edward School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Edward School?
The application deadline for St. Edward School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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