Sacred Heart Elementary School in South Plainfield, NJ offers co–ed education for grades Kindergarten through 9 in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 199 students and employs 14 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 14:1.
Sacred Heart Elementary operates with a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 61% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity within the school population.
The school is part of a local network of private options, including nearby Catholic and secular elementary schools in the South Plainfield area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
199 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Sacred Heart Elementary School is Koinonia Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Savior Academy (0.1 miles away)
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149 S Plainfield Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 822-5890
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
(908) 822-5890
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