Sacred Heart School

Sacred Heart School in Lawrenceburg, TN, offers co–educational Catholic programs from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a town setting.
Founded in 1873, the school serves 84 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by six teachers.
The student body includes approximately 26% students of color, reflecting some racial and ethnic diversity within the community.
Sacred Heart School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), aligning with Catholic educational standards.
The school ranks among the oldest private schools in Tennessee based on its founding date.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 84 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 Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Where Character Matters!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Sacred Heart School often compared to?
Sacred Heart School is often viewed alongside schools like The Farm School, Bill Egly Seventh-day Adventist School by visitors of our site.
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Oldest founding date.
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,475 for elementary schools and $14,526 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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