Sacred Heart School is a private elementary and secondary school in Sedalia, Missouri, providing education for grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.
It is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Sacred Heart Church Parish in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Jefferson City.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1882
Colors
White, Red
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
329 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gremlins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sacred Heart Elementary & High School often compared to?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Pauls Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is Sacred Heart Elementary & High School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary & High School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary & High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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