St. Xavier High School

St. Xavier High School serves 1346 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), the Other religious school association(s) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
The student:teacher of St. Xavier High School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,346 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1864
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1993, 2016, 2023

Student Body

Total Students
1,346 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
St. Xavier High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP Courses
27 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1179
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Shirt $ Tie required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,600
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Source: Verified school update

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 lower than the national average of 93%. St. Xavier High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Kentucky with low acceptance rates.
What is St. Xavier High School's ranking?
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,346 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Louisville, KY is $10,553 for elementary schools and $11,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Louisville, KY is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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