Sacred Heart School has been supported and encouraged by Sacred Heart Church since 1900.
Father Brule wanted to do more for the community, so he brought four sisters to open the first Catholic school in San Felipe Del Rio.
Sister Adolph was the first Superior of the school in a small two-room frame building, big enough to accommodate 40 children of all ages in September 1900.
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a parish school under the Pastor of Sacred Heart Church, Reverend James Fischler, C.I.C.M.
“Sacred Heart School is where we learn to love, learn to succeed, learn to serve, and learn to live for tomorrow by following Jesus today.” We believe that we are called to nurture and educate our students spiritually, academically, physically, and culturally.
We are called to promote our Catholic faith by providing opportunities that will foster the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to live a successful Christ-centered life.
We foster life long learning while respecting the richness of the past, meeting the challenges of the present, and in preparation for a better future.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
152 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Catholic School cost?
Sacred Heart Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart Catholic School often compared to?
Sacred Heart Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. James Episcopal School, The Bible Way Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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