Blessed Sacrament Parish School

1973 Elm Street, Denver, CO, 80220-0926
Tel: (303)377-8835
Grades: PK - 8 | 361 students
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Since 1922, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School inspires the pursuit of excellence, maintains a safe, warm, and caring environment, affirms the uniqueness and dignity of the individual, celebrates the diversity of community, fosters family partnerships, and promotes a commitment to strong social and moral values.

School Overview:
Blessed Sacrament Parish School
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1922
Student Body
Total Students 361 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 33% (CO School Avg.: 19%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 18:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 20 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
(Navy pants/plaid skirt and polo shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $5,650
Tuition Notes Sibling and parishioner discounts may apply.
Acceptance Rate 90%
Admissions Director Lucy Hilbert
Admissions Associate Julie Schlingman
Sports
Total Sports Offered 2 sports
Sports
Basketball Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 9 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Archdiocesan Spelling Bee Competitions Archidiocesan Speech Meets
Band Catholic Schools Art Show
Catholic Schools Athletic League Catholic Youth Recreation Association
City Wide Science Fair Falcon Flyer Newspaper
Student Council

School Notes:

  • Blessed Sacrament Catholic School has been investing in the future of our children and our Catholic faith since 1922 through creating traditions of scholarship, service, and spirituality.
  • --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR TRADITION OF SCHOLARSHIP:
  • Multi-sensory learning through a variety of teaching styles in the core subject areas of Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science.
  • Spanish, Art, Physical Education, and Music instruction in PreK-8th grade, with Computer instruction in K-8th grades.
  • Speech and Drama in 6th-8th grades.
  • Exposure to the latest in academic technology, beginning in Kindergarten, through various reading software programs, the use of electronic Smart Boards in multiple classrooms, and Middle School instruction in computer programming and website design.
  • Administration of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills for all students 1st through 8th grades, with scores consistently averaging significantly above grade level.
  • Optimal student teacher ratios in each classroom.
  • Graduates accepted and well-prepared to attend Denver's most challenging secondary school programs.
  • ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR TRADITION OF SERVICE:
  • Buddy Program pairing students from older and younger grades on a regular basis, allowing older students to take on the role of teacher and role model.
  • Thanksgiving canned food drive.
  • Green Team school-wide recycling program.
  • Contributions to the Heifer Project, Samaritan House Shelter, Father Woody's Haven of Hope, and Quarters for Kids.
  • Weekly Middle School participation at local soup kitchens.
  • --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR TRADITION OF SPIRITUALITY:
  • Spiritual development through classroom lessons and the example of faculty and staff.
  • Continued deepening of students' understanding of a love for Jesus, fidelity to His Church, and a commitment to the dignity of the human person.
  • Weekly mass in K-8th grade.
  • Middle School retreats.
  • Sacramental preparation: First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.

Nearby Schools:

Blessed Sacrament Parish School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Denver International School
Gr. PK-5 | 0 mi. away
Montessori Children's House Of Denver
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-8 | 0.6 mi. away
Christ The King Roman Catholic School
Gr. K-9 | 1.1 mi. away
Our Lady Help Of Christians Academy
Gr. K-12 | 1.1 mi. away

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