Sacred Heart School is a Catholic school located in Jeffersonville, IN and is a part of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Sacred Heart School has been educating children in southern Indiana since 1954. Our Mission Statement is: Sacred Heart of Jesus School collaborates with the home to educate children for Gospel living as Christians who are competent and creative in academics, technology, and the arts; cooperative and compassionate as teachers and learners.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Olympics, Boy Scouts, Community Service Program, Drama Club, Nature Team, Student Council
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sacred Heart Catholic often compared to?
Sacred Heart Catholic is often viewed alongside schools like St. Anthony Of Padua by visitors of our site.
What sports does Sacred Heart Catholic offer?
Sacred Heart Catholic offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Sacred Heart Catholic is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/23/2024
Great teachers, caring and family-like environment, and great Christian atmosphere.
5 9/29/2020
Small classes, warm and loving environment, teachers highly invested in school, excellent leadership, Indiana academic standards addressed and followed, Christian atmosphere, service opportunities for students,
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