Sacred Heart Elementary School (Closed 2006)

Sacred Heart Elementary School in Du Quoin, IL, serves 43 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with a total of 5 teachers providing instruction.
Sacred Heart Elementary is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student body includes 8.7% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Nearby schools include Christian Fellowship School and St. Bruno Catholic School, offering PK–12 and PK–8 education within 9 miles.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6

Student Body

Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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).

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