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Sacred Heart Parish School

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Sacred Heart Parish School, located in the rural community of San Benito County, opened under the direction of four Sisters of Charity on August 8, 1891, as a boarding and day school.

As a loving and dedicated Catholic community, Sacred Heart Parish School focuses on the students' spiritual, personal and intellectual development, nurturing a foundation of Catholic Christian values and life skills which will empower them to become responsible and informed citizens, both locally and globally.

Sacred Heart Parish School has a comprehensive curriculum which focuses on each student's spiritual, personal and intellectual development; instilling a foundation of Christian values and life skills to successfully grow into contributing members of society.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 294 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,940
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1891

Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

294 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

42%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,940

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School Notes

School Motto: Sacred Heart Parish School is dedicated to educating the whole child.

Sacred Heart Parish School, located in the rural community of San Benito County, opened under the direction of four Sisters of Charity on August 8, 1891, as a boarding and day school. As a loving and dedicated Catholic community, Sacred Heart Parish School focuses on the students' spiritual, personal and intellectual development, nurturing a foundation of Catholic Christian values and life skills which will empower them to become responsible and informed citizens, both locally and globally. Sacred Heart Parish School has a comprehensive curriculum which focuses on each student's spiritual, personal and intellectual development; instilling a foundation of Christian values and life skills to successfully grow into contributing members of society.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Sacred Heart Parish School cost?

Sacred Heart Parish School's tuition is approximately $6,940 for private students.

What schools are Sacred Heart Parish School often compared to?

Sacred Heart Parish School is often viewed alongside schools like Hollister Montessori School by visitors of our site.

What is Sacred Heart Parish School's ranking?

Sacred Heart Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Parish School?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 294 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,940
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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