The Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, founded in1867, has continued to serve as a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, offering instruction from age 1 through Grade 12.
The Rosary, as Sacred Heart is affectionately called, is part of an international group of academic institutions directed by the Society of the Sacred Heart, a teaching order founded in France in 1800 by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat.
Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to a personal and active faith in God; a deep respect for intellectual values; a social awareness which impels to action; the building of community as a Christian value and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1867
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
796 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Statistics, APBiology
Average ACT score
27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,000
Tuition Notes
16,355 for PK
17,820 for K
18,600 for 1 thru 4th grade
20,175 for 5 thru 7 grades
20,275 for 8 grade
20,450 for 9 thru 11 grades
20,625 for 12 grade
Admissions Director
Ashley Zito
Admissions Associate
Beth Murphy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Games, Baking, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Dance, Robotics Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
drama, various choirs
Academic Games, Baking, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Dance, Robotics Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
drama, various choirs
School Notes
- The Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, founded in 1867, has continued to serve as a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, offering instruction from age 1 through Grade 12.
- The Rosary, as Sacred Heart is affectionately called, is part of an international group of academic institutions directed by the Society of the Sacred Heart,a teaching order founded in France in 1800 by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat.
- Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to a personal and active faith in God; a deep respect for intellectual values; a social awareness which impels to action; the building of community as a Christian value and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
- The Academy of the Sacred Heart prepares young woman as persons of deep faith and transformational leaders. Today, we understand that leadership for the future will require the critical competencies of cultural and digital citizenship, collaboration and partnership, ethical decision-making and dialogue, an entrepreneurial and growth mindset, and attitudes of self-efficacy and agency.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Academy Of The Sacred Heart cost?
Academy Of The Sacred Heart's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
What sports does Academy Of The Sacred Heart offer?
Academy Of The Sacred Heart offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Academy Of The Sacred Heart's ranking?
Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of The Sacred Heart?
The application deadline for Academy Of The Sacred Heart is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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