Choosing the right school environment is crucial for the development of your child. We at Sacred Heart Catholic School understand what that commitment means, and we are proud to be your school of choice.
We are a Pre-K through 8th grade school serving Danville and the surrounding areas.
We pride ourselves in developing well rounded students who graduate from SHCS prepared for a higher education and beyond.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,960
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based, Mild Learning Differences, etc.
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Student Body
Total Students
175 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
13 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
black pants, white polo shirt (different codes vary for grade levels)
black pants, white polo shirt (different codes vary for grade levels)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies for grade levels and additional costs are procured with after school care, lunch, etc.
% on Financial Aid
65%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Casey Scarce
Admissions Associate
Mary Jane Coble
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, B Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing, Photography Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Guitar Club
Art Club, B Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing, Photography Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Guitar Club
School Notes
- Our school community thrives on mutual respect between our students and teachers. We build the bridge between teacher and student. Our teachers have a passion for education. They are educators first. They love teaching. They are the heart of the school community that values each student.In return, our students love learning. They enjoy coming to school, meeting healthy challenges, and being a part of the school community. Each student is challenged to be more and do more in all aspects of their life. Sacred Heart maintains an average class size 16 for grades K-8, which allows far more one on one interaction.
- Our school pursues the latest technology in all classrooms, including a technology and a STEAM lab and a one-to-one Chromebooks for Middle School Students.
- Former Sacred Heart students more often than not graduate their respective high schools as honor graduates, graduates of distinction, and graduates of merit. Many have earned recognition as valedictorians and salutatorians of their high school. A local, school of choice, high school representative commented, "We`ll always make room for a Sacred Heart student." Our students have a reputation for being well prepared academically and are respectful of faculty, staff, and classmates when they enter local high schools.
- Where do our students go after high school? 100% of students applying for college/universities are accepted. The list of colleges and universities our alumni have attended include Dartmouth, Duke University, Washington & Lee, College of William and Mary College, West Point, University of Virginia, Hampden-Sydney College, Radford University, Virginia Tech, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Military Institute, James Madison University, North Carolina State, and Wake Forest University.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Catholic School cost?
Sacred Heart Catholic School's tuition is approximately $7,960 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart Catholic School often compared to?
Sacred Heart Catholic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Sacred Heart Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Virginia with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Sacred Heart Catholic School offer?
Sacred Heart Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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