Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Sacred Heart School
About the School
- Sacred Heart School in Freeburg, MO, is a rural Catholic school serving co–ed students in grades PK through 8 with a total enrollment of 57.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 6 full–time teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
- Founded in 1838, Sacred Heart School is one of the oldest private schools in Missouri, offering continuous Catholic education for nearly two centuries.
- Sacred Heart School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), reflecting its affiliation with the Catholic education community.
- The school serves the rural Freeburg area, providing a small, community–based setting for early childhood and middle–grade students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1838
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
57 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri 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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