Sacred Heart Griffin High School
Tel:
(217) 787-1595
SHG is recognized by the American College Testing’s research report for proving “that core courses can be made rigorous and that rigorous content can be effectively taught to students.” At SHG, each student is assisted to achieve a level of academic excellence commensurate with his/her ability.
"Sacred Heart-Griffin is a Catholic, Dominican high school that welcomes a diverse student population to pursue academic excellence in a community of faith.".
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 645 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,275
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 1 / rolling
Top Placements
Sacred Heart Griffin High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1895 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 645 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 31% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 43 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 24 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 9 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average ACT score | 24 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (polo shirt with logo and khaki pants or navy blue skirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jun. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,275 |
| Tuition Notes | per year |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,330 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 16 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
School Notes
- SHG is recognized by the American College Testing’s research report for proving “that core courses can be made rigorous and that rigorous content can be effectively taught to students.” At SHG, each student is assisted to achieve a level of academic excellence commensurate with his/her ability. "Sacred Heart-Griffin is a Catholic, Dominican high school that welcomes a diverse student population to pursue academic excellence in a community of faith."
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