Sacred Heart School
Tel:
(718) 293-4288
- Sacred Heart shares the commitment of all Catholic schools to "the development of the whole person." Its primary mission is to make sure each child has learning experiences that instill positive attitudes and provide the knowledge and skills necessary for their intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical development.
- Sacred Heart is determined to create an academically challenging environment that encourages students be excellent, to be respectful of others, and to be responsible members of the community.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 473 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,700
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Sacred Heart School places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
Year Founded | 1926 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
Total Students | 473 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 100% State avg.: 29% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 21 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 23:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Classroom Dress Code | Formal (All students wear uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,700 |
Tuition Notes | Tuition includes all fees (fundraising, book, technology) and is paid in 10 installments from August to May. Financial-based scholarships are also available to new students coming from public or charter schools. |
% on Financial Aid | 85% |
Admissions Director | Sara Martinez |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 1 sport |
Sports | BasketballBasketball |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: Dancing Classrooms, Edu Music Inc.- Music and Movement Program, New York Philharmonic Orchestra Program, Paul Effman Band Program, Urban Voices Choir Program Recreational Athletic Programs: JV & Varsity Basketball Team (Girls and Boys) |
School Notes
- Sacred Heart School has been a part of the Highbridge community since opening its doors in 1926. By integrating traditional values with an ever-improving academic curriculum, Sacred Heart has educated generations of Highbridge children. For 90 years, we have proven our ability to produce hardworking students primed for academic and professional achievement.Inside our Nelson Avenue school, children learn and mature in a safe environment.
- Each day from 8 am to 4 pm, students receive an academically sound, values-based education taught by our committed faculty. Sacred Heart takes pride in its faculty`s efforts to engage the intellect and imagination of every student. Through our faculty`s commitment to holistic growth, students develop social, academic and creative skills.
- At Sacred Heart School, students` learning is supported through a variety of educational resources. We have a fully equipped science lab, a computer lab with over 30 computers and SMARTBoards in every classroom. Additionally, Sacred Heart works with the New York Philharmonic and Dancing Classrooms to promote student creativity. Before and after-school programs include chess, theater, dance, Science Club and art.
- For over 90 years, Sacred Heart has demonstrated its dedication to the children and families of Highbridge. From halls to horizons, the promise we see in our graduating students each year gives us tremendous hope for their future and the future of our world.
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