St. Raphael School is a Catholic learning community organized to foster the spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth of its members in a spirit of dedication, freedom and love that is based on the gospel message.
The Catholic Community of St. Raphael the Archangel prepares its students to live out their Catholic faith in a global, technological society by providing quality instruction in a friendly, caring environment.
The primary and ultimate purpose for the existence of St. Raphael School is to assist parents in fulfilling their role of educating their children with a quality Catholic education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003, 2020
Student Body
Total Students
395 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7,146 for one child; $10,650 for two children; $14,177 for three or more children
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School's ranking?
St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School located?
St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School is located in the Gardiner Lane neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other private schools located in Gardiner Lane.
Related Schools
Show me:
People that viewed St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School also viewed these schools: St. Agnes School, Sacred Heart Model School, St. Nicholas Academy, Notre Dame Academy and Assumption High School.
The nearest high school to St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School is Assumption High School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Louisville Adventist Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Strathmoor Education Center (0.2 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Agnes School
(Catholic)
1800 Newburg Road
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 458-2850
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 458-2850
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 498 students
Sacred Heart Model School
(Catholic)
3107 Lexington Road
Louisville, KY 40206
(502) 896-3931
Louisville, KY 40206
(502) 896-3931
2.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 390 students Tuition listed
5501 New Cut Road
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 368-8506
Louisville, KY 40214
(502) 368-8506
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Notre Dame Academy ![Notre Dame Academy Photo]( "Notre Dame Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
1927 Lewiston Dr
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-3155
Louisville, KY 40216
(502) 447-3155
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
Assumption High School
All-girls (Catholic)
2170 Tyler Ln
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 458-9551
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 458-9551
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 874 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
Endorse St. Raphael The Archangel Continuation School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
The Social Fit Interview: Questions to Ask Students, Not Admissions
Discover how talking with current students can reveal a private school's true culture and help families assess social fit before enrolling.
AI Companions and Student Well-Being: What Parents Should Ask
Learn how AI companions may affect student well-being and discover the key questions parents should ask before embracing this emerging technology.
Is a Phone-Free 草榴社区 School Right for Your Child?
Explore the benefits, challenges, and key considerations of choosing a phone-free private school for your child in 2026.
