Sacred Heart School

43775 Deep Canyon Rd Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 598 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 598 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2006

Student Body

Total Students
598 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
30 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Endowment Size
$7 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • Sacred Heart School serves Preschool through Grade Eight.
  • We are committed to modeling and teaching Catholic Christian morals and values, while creating a caring, respectful environment which promotes academic excellence and fosters a love for learning.
  • In order to lead a Gospel-centered, well-informed life, a graduate of Sacred Heart School shall demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to be a faith-filled person, a life-long learner, and a loving person.
  • Sacred Heart School serves Preschool through Grade Eight.
  • We are committed to modeling and teaching Catholic Christian morals and values, while creating a caring, respectful environment which promotes academic excellence and fosters a love for learning.
  • In order to lead a Gospel-centered, well-informed life, a graduate of Sacred Heart School shall demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to be a faith-filled person, a life-long learner, and a loving person.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart School cost?
Sacred Heart School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What sports does Sacred Heart School offer?
Sacred Heart School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
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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The average private school tuition in Riverside County, CA is $8,030 for elementary schools and $13,783 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Riverside County, CA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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