Sacred Heart Elementary School

Sacred Heart Elementary School in Los Angeles, CA, serves 198 students in grades PK through 8 within a city community setting.
Founded in 1890, the school operates as a co–ed Catholic institution affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student–teacher ratio of 22:1, with 9 teachers supporting academic instruction for a diverse student body representing 98% students of color.
Sacred Heart Elementary ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for student diversity and has one of the oldest founding dates in the state.
Located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood, it is part of a cluster of private and parochial schools offering options for early learning and K–8 education in Los Angeles.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 198 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Sacred Heart Elementary 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
1890
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: With hope and enthusiasm, your new principal, Ms. Adriana Bronzina Principal
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sacred Heart Elementary School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
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).
In what neighborhood is Sacred Heart Elementary School located?
Sacred Heart Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Lincoln Heights.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 198 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $19,351 for elementary schools and $25,847 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles, CA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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