Sacred Heart School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 182 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,650
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 15 / Jun. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sacred Heart School
Pre-K	28
Kind	19
1	10
2	20
3	18
4	18
5	17
6	18
7	19
8	15

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

We support a variety of learning differences through personalized planning by our instructional support teacher.

Year Founded

1900

Student Body

Total Students

182 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Mar. 15 / Jun. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,650

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Tuition Notes

We have tuition assistance available to ALL families and we do not turn any families away due to financial need. Please ask us how we can help you afford a Catholic education! We look forward to working with you to provide your child with an education for life!

% on Financial Aid

75%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ellen Tuzzino

Admissions Associate

Ann Weaver

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringField Hockey

FootballSoccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServingChess Club

Home and School EventsNational History Day

Science ExplorersScience Fair

STEM ClubStudent Council

Writing Contests

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama ClubInstrumental Music Lessons

Sacred Heart Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Girls on the Run

School Notes

Sacred Heart is a learning environment committed to the spiritual, intellectual, social and personal growth of each student based on the teachings of the Catholic Church through partnership among administration, faculty, staff, students and families.
Small class sizes, personalized learning, unique PK and Middle School Programs, STEM lab and classes, and a whole-person focus on education for life make Sacred Heart a special place.
Come for a tour and learn more about joining our family.

School Mascot: Crusaders

Our Mission
Focused on academic excellence, nourished by the Eucharist, and guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, the mission of Sacred Heart School is to provide a quality Catholic education for our students whereby they will be prepared to become faithful witnesses of the Gospel and future leaders in our Church and responsible members of society.
Our Beliefs
Founded on the threefold educational mission of the Church (to teach, to foster Christian community, and to encourage service), we believe that Catholic education contributes to the development of the whole person: spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Marilyn Berger - Established local realtor
- Judge Lawrence Stengel - A former US district judge

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart School cost?

Sacred Heart School's tuition is approximately $3,650 for private students.

What schools are Sacred Heart School often compared to?

Sacred Heart School is often viewed alongside schools like Resurrection Catholic School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School?

The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

Who are famous alumni from Sacred Heart School?

Sacred Heart School famous alumni include: Marilyn Berger and Judge Lawrence Stengel.

What sports does Sacred Heart School offer?

Sacred Heart School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Field Hockey, Football and Soccer.

What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?

Sacred Heart 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 School?

The application deadline for Sacred Heart School is Mar. 15 / Jun. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 15 / Jun. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 1/17/2023

My daughter has been at this school since Kindergarten and is now in 5th. The school has cultivated a supportive learning environment for my student! There are several great activities and events here that keep students and families connected and engaged.

- Posted by Parent - Connelly

5 1/21/2020

Sacred Heart is a wonderful school. My boys are learning and progressing well academically while learning to be good citizens of the world. Sister Danielle and the entire faculty and staff treat the students with respect and kindness and their rapport with the children show. Sacred Heart provides my boys with comfort and the feeling of being a part of a family so they can learn and flourish without worrying about other distractions in life.

- Posted by Parent - Johanna

5 1/31/2013

SHS is unique in having Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary working and teaching throughout the school. They provide a model for teachers, staff and students alike to maintain an atmosphere of hospitality and commitment. Students are taught notions such as gratitude, service and respect along with testable skill areas of education. The atmosphere of civilized decency and the support of academic acheivement is worth far more than one could pay with tuition. All the same, every effort is made to assist families financially to allow enrollment of interested students.

- Posted by Parent - jfdub

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The average private school tuition in Lancaster, PA is $11,085 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lancaster, PA is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).