KCD was initially located on the former LCD campus (Rock Creek Drive) in Louisville, adjacent to Seneca Park for 7th grade to senior class students.

In 1972, in a close vote, students selected the nickname Bearcats over Thoroughbreds as the school mascot along with its present-day colors, royal blue and gold.

Every high school student is required to use a personal computer as the entire campus has a wireless network.

[citation needed] KCD is a member of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA), competing in Class "A" for the three sports that are classified by enrollment: football, track, and cross country.

The most recent state titles include the 2004 field hockey, 2007 and 2021 All "A" boys' soccer, and the 2008, 2010, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022 girls' lacrosse teams.

The most recent individual state champions include swimmer Sam Crockett (100 breast stroke) in 2011, track and field athlete Reed Cohen (discus) in 2011, and track and field and cross country athlete Haley Shoenegge (3200m in 2021 & 2022; 2022 Girls Cross Country Class 1A State Individual Champion).

Some of these endowments provide financial assistance, training for faculty, athletic enhancements and improvements regarding school maintenance.