Sacred Heart School

Sacred Heart School provides outstanding educational opportunities for children in grades kindergarten through eight.
A breakfast program and after-care are available to assist busy families.
The school is administered by the Sisters of Charity, who have long been recognized as educational leaders who promote both academic excellence and strong moral values.
Sacred Heart School is one of an elite group of elementary schools accredited by the Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools, which ensures that member schools provide the highest quality education to their students.
We consider it our mission to ensure that each of our children is provided with a sound educational foundation, a positive self-esteem, and the experiences needed to attain some integration of the scholastic, religious, moral and human entities needed to continue the learning process.
As believers in Gospel values, we hope to reflect God's love, a respect for the uniqueness and dignity of each child and one another, and an appreciation for learning which will inspire a desire for the continued learning process.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

Student Body

Total Students
245 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Sacred Heart School provides outstanding educational opportunities for children in grades kindergarten through eight. A breakfast program and after-care are available to assist busy families. The school is administered by the Sisters of Charity, who have long been recognized as educational leaders who promote both academic excellence and strong moral values. Sacred Heart School is one of an elite group of elementary schools accredited by the Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools, which ensures that member schools provide the highest quality education to their students. We consider it our mission to ensure that each of our children is provided with a sound educational foundation, a positive self-esteem, and the experiences needed to attain some integration of the scholastic, religious, moral and human entities needed to continue the learning process. As believers in Gospel values, we hope to reflect God's love, a respect for the uniqueness and dignity of each child and one another, and an appreciation for learning which will inspire a desire for the continued learning process.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color 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).
What neighborhood is Sacred Heart School located?
Sacred Heart School is located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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