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Sacred Heart Of Jesus School

110 N Dorcas St Lewistown, PA 17044

Tel: (171) 724-8535

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 74 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,500
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 74 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,500
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Sacred Heart Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart Of Jesus School
Kind	13
1	12
2	16
3	14
4	7
5	12

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Year Founded

1905

Student Body

Total Students

74 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,500

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Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Art ClubReading club

Weekly participation in Mass

School Notes

Sacred Heart of Jesus partners with families of diverse cultures and faiths to provide a Christ-centered, affordable, quality education for their children in a safe, nurturing environment.
We teach the love of God as revealed in the Catholic faith, promote the highest academic standards, respect individual learning abilities and prepare students to become active, loving members of their families and faith communities.
Sacred Heart School offers a complete educational program for children from K through 5 and accepts children regardless of faith.

Sacred Heart of Jesus partners with families of diverse cultures and faiths to provide a Christ-centered, affordable, quality education for their children in a safe, nurturing environment.
We teach the love of God as revealed in the Catholic faith, promote the highest academic standards, respect individual learning abilities and prepare students to become active, loving members of their families and faith communities.
Sacred Heart School offers a complete educational program for children from K through 5 and accepts children regardless of faith.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart Of Jesus School cost?

Sacred Heart Of Jesus School's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.

What schools are Sacred Heart Of Jesus School often compared to?

Sacred Heart Of Jesus School is often viewed alongside schools like Mifflin County Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Of Jesus School?

The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Of Jesus School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What is Sacred Heart Of Jesus School's ranking?

Sacred Heart Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Of Jesus School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,047 for elementary schools and $19,283 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).