Sacred Heart Continuation 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 (2025-26)

  • 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)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart Continuation School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
28 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like yours.'
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • 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)

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The average private school tuition in Sacramento, CA is $11,075 for elementary schools and $13,612 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Sacramento, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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