Sacred Heart Catholic School

Sacred Heart School creates a Christian community within the school by recognizing and respecting the God-given dignity of each individual and to encourage the love of fellowman by providing students with opportunities for serving others in school, church and community.
SHS also provide instruction in the Catholic Faith, Morals, and Tradition, as well as opportunities for prayer, self-sacrifice and celebration of the Sacraments and develop a sense of personal responsibility for one's own behavior based on Catholic moral teaching.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1891
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Campus Size
4

Student Body

Total Students
222 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Leprechaun
  • Sacred Heart School creates a Christian community within the school by recognizing and respecting the God-given dignity of each individual and to encourage the love of fellowman by providing students with opportunities for serving others in school, church and community. SHS also provide instruction in the Catholic Faith, Morals, and Tradition, as well as opportunities for prayer, self-sacrifice and celebration of the Sacraments and develop a sense of personal responsibility for one's own behavior based on Catholic moral teaching.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Nick Nolte, Actor, 1998 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Catholic School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
Who are famous alumni from Sacred Heart Catholic School?
Sacred Heart Catholic School famous alumni include: Nick Nolte, Actor, 1998.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $7,108 for elementary schools and $11,111 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Nebraska is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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