Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a personal and active faith in God.
Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, the school promotes a personal relationship with God and fosters the spiritual lives of its members.
Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a deep respect for intellectual values.
The school develops and implements a curriculum based on the goals and criteria, educational research and ongoing evaluation.
The school provides a rigorous education that incorporates all forms of critical thinking and inspires a life-long love of learning.
The school program develops aesthetic values and the creative use of the imagination.
The school provides ongoing professional development for faculty and staff.
Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a social awareness which impels to action.
Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to the building of community as a Christian value; and to educate to a personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Convent Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1881
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
684 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
- Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a personal and active faith in God. Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, the school promotes a personal relationship with God and fosters the spiritual lives of its members. Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a deep respect for intellectual values. The school develops and implements a curriculum based on the goals and criteria, educational research and ongoing evaluation. The school provides a rigorous education that incorporates all forms of critical thinking and inspires a life-long love of learning. The school program develops aesthetic values and the creative use of the imagination. The school provides ongoing professional development for faculty and staff. Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to a social awareness which impels to action. Schools of the Sacred Heart commit themselves to educate to the building of community as a Christian value; and to educate to a personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Convent Of The Sacred Heart often compared to?
Convent Of The Sacred Heart is often viewed alongside schools like The Brearley School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Convent Of The Sacred Heart?
The acceptance rate of Convent Of The Sacred Heart is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Convent Of The Sacred Heart's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is Convent Of The Sacred Heart's ranking?
Convent Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Convent Of The Sacred Heart?
The application deadline for Convent Of The Sacred Heart is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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