Sacred Heart School

Sacred Heart is a Catholic parish school dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
Inspired by Jesus' life, students are encouraged to become participating members of the church and surrounding community.
The faculty and clergy, in partnership with the parents, promote a community of faith and challenge students to achieve academic and personal excellence.
Our philosophy reflects a thoroughness of instruction by addressing the intellectual, spiritual, cultural and physical needs of our students.
We work to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviors which are necessary for our students to be creative, intellectually curious, self-motivated and self-confident.
We strive to help our students become independent thinkers who are able to apply learned skills to daily life.
Sacred Heart has high expectations for each child and through praise and positive reinforcement, we produce self-confident students who know the value of hard work, the joy of achievement and the responsibility of respecting others.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 263 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1957

Student Body

Total Students
263 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Sacred Heart School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Focusing on Faith, Service, and Academic Excellence since 1957.
  • School Mascot: Mustang
  • Sacred Heart is a Catholic parish school dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all students. Inspired by Jesus' life, students are encouraged to become participating members of the church and surrounding community. The faculty and clergy, in partnership with the parents, promote a community of faith and challenge students to achieve academic and personal excellence. Our philosophy reflects a thoroughness of instruction by addressing the intellectual, spiritual, cultural and physical needs of our students. We work to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviors which are necessary for our students to be creative, intellectually curious, self-motivated and self-confident. We strive to help our students become independent thinkers who are able to apply learned skills to daily life. Sacred Heart has high expectations for each child and through praise and positive reinforcement, we produce self-confident students who know the value of hard work, the joy of achievement and the responsibility of respecting others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
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 (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 263 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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