Sacred Heart Cathedral School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 604 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sacred Heart Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart Cathedral School
Nursery	54
Pre-K	20
Kind	53
1	53
2	59
3	50
4	60
5	61
6	56
7	70
8	68

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based, mild learning differences

Year Founded

1956

Campus Size

6 acres

Student Body

Total Students

604 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

42 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

22 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$10,200 for one child

Admissions Director

Beth Robertson

Admissions Associate

Maxie Schneiter

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersBoy Scouts and Girl Scouts

Buddy ClassesGeography Bee

HABIT Therapy DogsMentoring

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)Recycling Club

RISE-Reaching and Inspiring Students Toward Excellence Academic ProgramRobotics Team

Safety PatrolScience Fair

Service ProjectsSpanish K-8

Speech TeamSpelling Bee

Student Council

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Arts and Music Programs:

Big Eagle BandDrama Productions

Liturgical ChoirOrchestra

Piano InstructionPraise Band

Tech Team

School Notes

The Sacred Heart Cathedral School community educates the whole child in a Catholic, Christ-centered environment with the ultimate goal of developing students to their fullest potential and to a life of service.

School Motto: We will live our faith, love God’s family, and learn for the future.

Mission Statement
The Sacred Heart Cathedral School community educates the whole child in a Catholic, Christ-centered environment with the ultimate goal of developing students to their fullest potential and to a life of service.Vision StatementSacred Heart Cathedral School will foster faithful disciples through prayer, academic integrity, and service to others.

Motto
We will live our faith, love God`s family, and learn for the future.

Philosophy
In light of our stated mission, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, in conjunction with parents and students, is dedicated to the following personal growth principles:

Developing in each child a positive self-image
Developing in each child a sense of responsibility, courtesy, and respect
Encouraging the discovery and cultivation of unique, God given gifts and talents of each child
Motivating each child to pursue their highest potential
Developing in each child a sense of responsibility as a member of the community

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Sacred Heart Cathedral School offer?

Sacred Heart Cathedral School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Sacred Heart Cathedral School's ranking?

Sacred Heart Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Cathedral School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (8 reviews)

5 11/2/2018

We are so happy to have found Sacred Heart Cathedral School! Our daughter went to St. John Neumann from pre-K through 1st grade. We were looking for something more spiritual and for teachers that would look at the child individually not as a group. Amazing family and school community. The teachers and staff care about your child individually and every interaction is with care and compassion! It has been a great fit for us!

- Posted by Parent - Kasia

5 10/7/2018

A very warm and nurturing family atmosphere. We love the STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, math) curriculum. A wonderful school with great teachers and organized programs. Both of our boys enjoy the sports and music activities.

- Posted by Parent - Vanessa Lake

5 6/29/2016

There`s a beautiful consistency and tradition at Sacred Heart. The school has a tremendous faculty and staff and incredible priests. The community is warm and welcoming and you can feel that everyday.

- Posted by Parent - bprho

5 6/29/2016

"Best school and best teachers ever! We love SHCS!"

- Posted by Parent - katie

5 6/29/2016

I love the school`s Virtue program, House mentoring program in Middle School, orchestra, Art/Theatre programs, thoughtful implementation of technology, interactive projects, and most importantly the Community. What a gift it has been to my boys to be a part of Sacred Heart.

- Posted by Parent - farme

5 6/13/2016

I love this school. Each of my children is known and challenged here. The priests of the Cathedral are really involved in the school. God comes first and the school has great academics and great opportunities. You are missing out if your child does not attend Sacred Heart.

- Posted by Parent - smbre

5 6/3/2016

"So very proud of this school, faith, family, future. Blessed beyond words."

- Posted by Parent - elect

5 10/20/2015

I would highly recommend this school. It has a great faith filled community and excellent academics.

- Posted by Parent - jonip

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The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $16,455 for elementary schools and $16,514 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).