Sacred Heart High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 279 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sacred Heart High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart High School
9	74
10	59
11	65
12	81

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1907

Colors

White, Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

279 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Number of AP Courses

13 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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% on Financial Aid

94%

Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Wendy Navarro

Admissions Associate

Jennifer Beltran

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

In today`s media-saturated world, it is not easy for girls coming of age, to develop a healthy sense of self-worth, self-respect, and purpose while they are preparing for their futures.
In order to emerge from their teen years as strong, confident and happy young women, girls must first learn to believe in themselves and embrace their full potential.
At Sacred Heart, your daughters will develop the confidence, life skills, and judgement needed to succeed and build a bright future.
Sacred Heart will aid its young women in developing limitless power to control their lives and also prepare them to make positive contributions in the lives of others.
Our unique vision,"Empowering Tomorrow`s Catholic Woman", has been recognized with warm and positive feedback by students, parents, teachers, and the community.
The vision works to support our young women in their efforts to shatter obstacles that create barriers in equality, society, education, and the workplace.As we continue to fulfill our mission, we journey forward with our vision of "Empowering Tomorrow`s Catholic Woman".
It is with this vision that we embark upon the completion of our capital campaign to provide these young women the resources needed-physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually to destroy the societal stereotypes that hold women down.
We invite you to learn more about Sacred Heart High School,where amazing young women are empowered, unstoppable and prepared to take on the world.

School Motto: Truth and Honor
School Mascot: Wild Boars

SHHS, a Catholic, college preparatory school, in the Dominican Tradition, embraces, empowers, and inspires young women to live in faith, truth and service.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart High School cost?

Sacred Heart High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart High School?

The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart High School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Sacred Heart High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Sacred Heart High School?

Sacred Heart High School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.

What sports does Sacred Heart High School offer?

Sacred Heart High School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Sacred Heart High School's ranking?

Sacred Heart High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart High School?

The application deadline for Sacred Heart High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Sacred Heart High School located?

Sacred Heart High 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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $19,430 for elementary schools and $25,856 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).