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Sacred Heart Area School

324 4th St Ne Staples, MN 56479

Tel: (218) 894-2077

sacredheartareaschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 114 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 114 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart Area School
Pre-K	25
Kind	18
1	13
2	8
3	11
4	13
5	20
6	6

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Student Body

Total Students

114 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

As believers in God and moved by the power of the Holy Spirit, we foster spiritual and academic formation of our students in a positive, welcoming atmosphere that reflects a respect for all people.
It is our belief that scripture shows that love for God and others is the foundation for building a faith community that inspires students, teachers, parents, and staff to eagerly seek ways to know, love, and serve God.
Each child will develop a sense of acceptance and security through friendship and discipline in a nurturing atmosphere.
Our school proclaims the message of Christ by incorporating Roman Catholic doctrine and morals.
Our students will grow in knowledge and sensitivity to their responsibilities as stewards of church, society, and the global environment.

As believers in God and moved by the power of the Holy Spirit, we foster spiritual and academic formation of our students in a positive, welcoming atmosphere that reflects a respect for all people.
It is our belief that scripture shows that love for God and others is the foundation for building a faith community that inspires students, teachers, parents, and staff to eagerly seek ways to know, love, and serve God.
Each child will develop a sense of acceptance and security through friendship and discipline in a nurturing atmosphere.
Our school proclaims the message of Christ by incorporating Roman Catholic doctrine and morals.
Our students will grow in knowledge and sensitivity to their responsibilities as stewards of church, society, and the global environment.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for Sacred Heart Area School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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