Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic, college-preparatory high school for girls in grades 9-12.
Duchesne offers a unique education focusing on academic excellence, commitment to Jesus Christ, personal growth, and social responsibility.
This education reflects those values given priority by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, foundress of the Society of the Sacred Heart integrity and love.
Duchesne strives to give each person a sense of dignity and self-worth which liberates her to become a morally responsible human being who can confront issues intelligently and work to bring about necessary and constructive change in world and human conditions.
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart, a Catholic college-prepatory high school for girls of all faiths and backgrounds, is a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools in the United States.
Duchesne Academy is fully accredited by North Central Associations and the academic requirements challenge each student.
Upon graduation, Duchesne students find themselves well prepared for the educational experiences ahead of them at any college in the United States.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005

Student Body

Total Students
410 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic, college-preparatory high school for girls in grades 9-12. Duchesne offers a unique education focusing on academic excellence, commitment to Jesus Christ, personal growth, and social responsibility. This education reflects those values given priority by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, foundress of the Society of the Sacred Heart integrity and love. Duchesne strives to give each person a sense of dignity and self-worth which liberates her to become a morally responsible human being who can confront issues intelligently and work to bring about necessary and constructive change in world and human conditions. Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart, a Catholic college-prepatory high school for girls of all faiths and backgrounds, is a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools in the United States. Duchesne Academy is fully accredited by North Central Associations and the academic requirements challenge each student. Upon graduation, Duchesne students find themselves well prepared for the educational experiences ahead of them at any college in the United States.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart's ranking?
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart?
The application deadline for Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart located?
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart is located in the Gifford Park neighborhood of Omaha, NE.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 410 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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