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Sacred Heart Academy

Sacred Heart Academy, founded by the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Roman Catholic tradition and committed to the expression of strong Christian values and intellectual growth, provides a challenging college preparatory education for young women.
The school is a community which promotes the growth of the whole person in a caring environment which encourages personal integrity, compassion, justice and a sense of responsibility to self, others and the needs of society.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,300
  • Application Deadline: Oct. 26
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
354 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Oct. 26
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Elaine M. Lamboley
Admissions Associate
Jennifer Alexandro
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart Academy cost?
Sacred Heart Academy's tuition is approximately $12,300 for private students.
What is Sacred Heart Academy's ranking?
Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy is Oct. 26.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,300
  • Application Deadline: Oct. 26
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New Haven County, CT is $21,121 for elementary schools and $33,437 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Haven County, CT is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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