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

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About the School

Sacred Heart Parish School serves the Sacred Heart Parish Community by providing a quality Catholic elementary education (K-8) that is based on the Gospel values of Jesus, and is dedicated to the development of the spiritual, intellectual, social-emotional and physical life of our students.
We believe that students discover their mission in life through the understanding of Gospel values, moral reasoning and critical thinking, respect for human dignity, and a sense of personal responsibility.
We place a special emphasis upon the uniqueness and worth of each student as a child of God.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 320 students
Average class size: 28 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Sacred Heart Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart Continuation School
Pre-K	31
Kind	31
1	33
2	36
3	28
4	36
5	35
6	30
7	29
8	31

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Year Founded

1934

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Student Body

Total Students

320 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

25:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

28 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: 'Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like yours.'

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Sacred Heart Continuation School's ranking?

Sacred Heart Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Continuation School?

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

In what neighborhood is Sacred Heart Continuation School located?

Sacred Heart Continuation School is located in the East Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in East Sacramento.

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