Walden School

Walden School

Private Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
4238 Westport Rd,  Louisville, KY
4.6
4.3
288 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Maris Elder
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.75
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$24,275

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.75
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
45
Part Time Teachers
3
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
620
Verbal
680
Average ACT
29
Math
25
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
19
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
98%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
White
81.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.9%
Black
6.2%
Hispanic
4.5%
Two or more races
1%

School Rankings

#2 Best HS for the Arts in Kentucky
#5 Best Private K12 Schools in Kentucky
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Kentucky 28 Students
University of Louisville 21 Students
Centre College 16 Students
Vanderbilt University 15 Students
Bellarmine University 15 Students
New York University 9 Students
University of Cincinnati 9 Students
University of Chicago 8 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 7 Students
Hanover College 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 8 Students
Biology 7 Students
Environmental Science 7 Students
History 7 Students
Computer Science 6 Students
Political Science and Government 6 Students
Business 5 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 5 Students
Creative Writing 5 Students
English 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 24 Reviews
4.0 Parent
2/15/2025
I loved Walden for elementary school simply because it encouraged my kids to love learning, and it taught them respect and kindness for one another. The faculty embody social emotional learning especially the headmistress, and really do love the kids. This is a community focused school that nourishes children's emotional development, and builds their confidence as they grow.
4.0 Parent
6/15/2024
A Small private school that celebrates a child learning style. Administration and teachers are very professional yet personable. Classroom sizes are small which provides more one on one teaching/learning experiences. High school student population is very small.
5.0 Sophomore
2/28/2024
Walden has the most compassionate and caring teachers who are always willing to help. I feel so lucky to have this opportunity for my son to learn and grow in an environment that is always willing to encourage positivity, kindness, and care for every single person there. I appreciate all the extra academic assistance and support when my son has struggled. Walden is the perfect mix of guidance, structure, education, fun, adventure, and joy with every year he attends.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 28 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/19/2024
I can’t wait for my daughter to attend Walden! She’s starting Kindergarten, and I look forward to her continuing her education here through high school graduation. From Kindergarten to senior year, the opportunities Walden provides for creative, independent learners are truly amazing. I’m so gratefu...
5.0 parent
3/6/2024
This amazing school has an amazing school culture, phenomenal staff, fantastic communication, wide variety of opportunities for students to participate in during and after school, or maybe it’s the academic rigor ensuring students learn at high levels. We absolutely LOVE Walden School! This school e...
5.0 parent
2/28/2024
5 stars all the way!! Walden has the most compassionate and caring teachers who are always willing to help. I feel so lucky to have this opportunity for my son to learn and grow in an environment that is always willing to encourage positivity, kindness, and care for every single person there. I appr...
5.0 parent
2/14/2024
This is our first year at Walden and it has been a great experience! We have found our perfect fit here and could not be happier!

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Walden School is a private school for students in grades K-12 located at 4238 Westport Rd in Louisville, in the Saint Matthews neighborhood. Annual tuition is $24,275. The school has a total enrollment of 288 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Walden School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.75, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $243,213. Discover additional schools in the area, like Trinity High School, Sacred Heart Academy, Immaculata Classical Academy, and more. Learn more about what Louisville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Walden School.

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