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School Overview

Kentucky Country Day School challenges its students to achieve their highest level of academic excellence and to grow into honorable men and women of confidence and integrity.
We inspire personal growth through a diverse community and participation in the arts, athletics, and community service.
By doing so, Kentucky Country Day School prepares its students to live successful lives and make meaningful contributions to society.
This mission is succinctly encapsulated in our motto: Citizen, Scholar, Steward.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$22,540
Enrollment
903
International Students
3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
AP
16
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
16

Matriculation

(2012-2016)
Ranking University/College Students
#3 Yale University 1
#4 Columbia University 1
#4 University of Chicago 3
#8 Duke University 1
#9 University of Pennsylvania 2
#10 Johns Hopkins University 2
#12 Dartmouth College 2
#12 Northwestern University 5
#14 Brown University 4

Academics

AP Courses

(16)

Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(45)
Future problem solvers
Governor's cup
Math team
Mathcounts
Science Olympiad
Speech &debate
Future problem solvers
Governor's cup
Math team
Mathcounts
Science Olympiad
Speech &debate
Quick recall
Actor's guild
Anime club
Film club
Yearbook
Student literary magazine
Student newspaper
Photography club
Thespian society
Community service club
Environmental club
Stitch for a cause
Black outstanding leaders of diversity
Culture club
Fellowship of Christian athletes
Students of color affinity group
Gay/Straight alliance
International students organization
Multicultural club
Muslim students association
Union of Jewish athletes
Beta club
Cum Laude society
La Sociedad Hispanica Honoraria
Societe Honoraire De Francais
KCD ambassadors
Chess club
Critter club
Fab lab club
French club
Ghana club
Kentucky youth assembly
Kentucky United Nations Assembly
Pep club
Spanish club
Ultimate frisbee club
Young biologists
Young democrats
Young republicans
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Contact Info

http://www.kcd.org
4100 Springdale Rd, Louisville, KY 40241
502-423-0440
barnard.baker@kcd.org
Kentucky

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: K-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1972
Campus Size: 80 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype
Pre Interview: No Requirement
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL J
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Frequently Ask Questions about Kentucky Country Day School

Tell me a bit about Kentucky Country Day School.
Kentucky Country Day School is Co-ed private day school located in Kentucky, US. It was founded 1972 , and currently has about 903 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.kcd.org.
Does Kentucky Country Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
Kentucky Country Day School is offering 16 AP courses.

Kentucky Country Day School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Kentucky Country Day School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2012-2016, some students attended Yale University, Columbia University, University of Chicago, Duke University and University of Pennsylvania.
What is the application requirement for Kentucky Country Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Kentucky Country Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Kentucky Country Day School?
The day tuition for Kentucky Country Day School in 2024 is $22,540 For internaltion students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at barnard.baker@kcd.org .
Where is Kentucky Country Day School located?
Kentucky Country Day School is located in the State of Kentucky of USA. The closest major city is Louisville, which is about 9 miles away from school. Most families can choose Louisville International-Standiford Field Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Kentucky Country Day School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Kentucky Country Day School is within top 900 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Kentucky Country Day School has been favorited by 4 users.
How do I complete an application for Kentucky Country Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Kentucky Country Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Kentucky Country Day School’s official site: http://www.kcd.org or call them at 502-423-0440.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Kentucky Country Day School?
Yes, here are few: Lexington Catholic High School, Francis Parker School of Louisville and Mary Queen Of The Holy Rosary School.

The closest major city is Louisville. You can find out more schools near Louisville here.
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Nearby City

Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, Kentucky's largest city, is located along the Ohio River near the Indiana border. Known for its vibrant culture and rich history, Louisville is famous for hosting the Kentucky Derby each May at Churchill Downs, with the Kentucky Derby Museum showcasing the race's storied past. The city also celebrates baseball at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, where iconic Major League bats are made, and a giant "slugger" bat stands at the entrance. Louisville blends tradition with modern attractions, offering a unique experience for visitors and residents alike.
Population (2022) 557,224
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 6%
Nearby Airport Louisville International-Standiford Field Airport
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