K-8 special education school in Louisville, KY, specializing in dyslexia, ADHD, and language-based learning differences
The De Paul School is a specialized K-8 nonsectarian school in Louisville, KY, dedicated to helping students with learning differences develop independence and academic success. With a 50-year history of impactful instruction, the school specializes in structured literacy programs designed to unlock student potential in reading and writing. The curriculum is comprehensive, covering mathematics, science, social studies, and computer skills, while also prioritizing social skills, values, and library skills.
The school provides targeted support for a wide range of neurodiverse needs, including Dyslexia, ADHD, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and Auditory Processing Difficulties, as well as organizational and mild sensory processing challenges. To ensure personalized instruction, the school maintains an average class size of just 8 students, allowing for highly individualized attention and specialized learning programs tailored to each child's unique profile.
The De Paul School offers a structured environment with a formal dress code and a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including swimming, soccer, and climbing. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school is committed to accessibility, with 45% of students receiving financial aid. Tuition typically ranges from $9,950 to $17,750, and summer programs are also available for an additional fee.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesKindergarten-8
Students139
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$17,750
Fin. Aid45% receive aid
Est.1970
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Other special emphasis association(s), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), State or regional independent school association, Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1970 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,750 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition actually ranges from $9950 to $17,750 and financial assistance is available. |
| Total Students | 139 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 21 |
| Average Class Size | 8 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Erin Whicker |
| Admissions Associate | Carlos Mason Wehby |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 45 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 14 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Language-basedADHD or Attentional DifficultiesOrganizational DifficultiesDysgraphiaDyscalculia / Mathematics-based DifficultiesAuditory Processing DifficultiesMild Sensory Processing Disorder
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Climbing · Cross Country · Field Hockey · Indoor Soccer · Soccer · Swimming · Volleyball |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Other associations(s) for exceptional children · Other special emphasis association(s) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · State or regional independent school association · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.depaulschool.org/calendar-lunch-menu |
| Summer Program Cost | $500 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |