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.
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)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1905
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art ClubReading club
Weekly participation in Mass
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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Sacred Heart Of Jesus School vs. Mifflin County Christian Academy
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Sacred Heart Of Jesus School is Mifflin County Christian Academy (2.4 miles away)
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101 N Beech Street
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
2.4 miles
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Reedsville, PA 17084
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(Mennonite)
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Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 250-5477
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 250-5477
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(Amish)
146 Lupine Ln
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
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101 N Beech Street
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Green Lane School
(Amish)
146 Lupine Ln
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
6.3 miles
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(Mennonite)
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Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-5183
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-5183
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Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2184
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2184
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(Amish)
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Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 483-9911
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 483-9911
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Miles
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101 N Beech Street
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Pine Grove Amish School
(Amish)
11 Pine Grove Ln
Reedsville, PA 17084
Reedsville, PA 17084
4.4 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 19 students
Pleasant View School
(Mennonite)
2392 Front Mountain Rd
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 250-5477
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 250-5477
5.9 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 22 students
Green Lane School
(Amish)
146 Lupine Ln
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2530
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Gr: 1-9 | 28 students
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101 N Beech Street
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
Burnham, PA 17009
(717) 242-1481
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
4105 Front Mountain Road
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2184
Belleville, PA 17004
(717) 935-2184
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 245 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(717) 543-2200
Mc Clure, PA 17841
(717) 543-2200
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1900 University Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-8386
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3035 Enterprise Dr
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(814) 237-5652
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-5652
19.5 miles
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(814) 643-0951
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(814) 542-9381
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(814) 542-9311
Mount Union, PA 17066
(814) 542-9311
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(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
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Mount Union, PA 17066
(814) 542-2518
Mount Union, PA 17066
(814) 542-2518
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(814) 542-2595
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(814) 542-2595
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