Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Sacred Heart Catholic School
About the 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1891
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres
Student Body
Total Students
222 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 20%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Leprechaun
School Notes
- 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 91%.
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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