Sacred Heart Catholic Academy in Cambria Heights, NY, serves 296 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based Catholic education program.
Founded in 1905, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 25:1 with 12 teachers on staff.
The student body is predominantly students of color, comprising 98.35% of enrollment, reflecting local community diversity.
Annual tuition is $25,000, and the school maintains a 75% acceptance rate for applicants.
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and offers a Catholic–oriented elementary and middle school curriculum.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
296 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Catholic Academy cost?
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic Academy?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic Academy's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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