Sacred Heart School is accredited by The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and belongs to the Archdiocese of Newark's system of schools.
Our mission is to educate, motivate instill Catholic values,and celebrate individual excellence for a strong, Christian future.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,600
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
404 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
The Inner City Scholarship fund is available
% on Financial Aid
6%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Linda Durocher
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Golf Lessons, National Junior Honor Society, Student Leadership Council, Tennis Lessons, The Little Shakespeare Program, Yearbook
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Blockschool(logos & robotics), Chess club
Arts and Music Programs:
Instrumental lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bowling
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Blockschool(logos & robotics), Chess club
Arts and Music Programs:
Instrumental lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bowling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
- *Pk 3 & PK4 programs are availble, both full days and half days * Full day kindergarten * State certified teachers on all levels * Religion taught daily * Curriculum in line with NJ State Standards * Before and After Care available * School uniforms are worn * Extracurricular activities * Summer camp
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart School cost?
Sacred Heart School's tuition is approximately $4,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
What sports does Sacred Heart School offer?
Sacred Heart School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Golf, Paddle Tennis, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 3/6/2020
This is from one of the students views. I think Sacred Heart is a great school! The teachers are nice, and most of them have a BIG sense of humor! In grades 5-8 we do safe science labs, in 4th we did some projects, and I've learned ALOT from this school. I look forward to seeing the school get more students in the future. The only downside is the fact that we ACTUALLY do work! Parents, that's big. I've learned a lot in reading, math, writing, science, Social Studies, and the specials! I totally recommend this school, and that's from a students view.
5 2/23/2019
This school is really not just a school, rather, there is a sense of community and family here. As parents we are very satisfied with the academics, the support, and the extra curricular activities. We transferred out child from a public school to Sacred Heart School, and the only regret we have is for not doing it sooner.
5 5/17/2016
This is our 3rd year as part of the Sacred Heart School family. I say family because that is the environment that in which the school portrays. Most of the staff is friendly and professional and all of them care about the students, thats whats most important. The staff implements moral values, religion, and respect as part of the education requirements.
I just can't say enough about the staff and the curriculum. In kindergarten my son was learning how to count money, addition, reading, writing, science, and anatomy. Sacred Heart is incomparable to any public school in the entire area.
5 7/24/2015
I have gone to sacred heart school all my life, and not only has it prepared me for the future it has made me socially active,friendly and since the environment is so amazing it has made me a kinder and stronger person today. Go shs!!
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