Sacred Heart School–Trenton is a Catholic co–ed private school located in downtown Trenton, NJ, serving grades K through 8 with an enrollment of 178 students.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with 10 total teachers, supporting its regular elementary and middle school programs.
Established in a central city neighborhood, Sacred Heart School–Trenton emphasizes racial and ethnic diversity, ranking among the top 20% of private schools statewide for student diversity.
As a member of the National Association of Episcopal Schools, the school integrates its Catholic orientation within the broader Episcopal educational community.
Sacred Heart School–Trenton provides a private K–8 education option within Trenton's urban setting with a focus on affordability and community representation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart School-trenton ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart School-trenton?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart School-trenton is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sacred Heart School-trenton located?
Sacred Heart School-trenton is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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3800 E State Street Extension
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 248 students
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3800 E State Street Extension
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 248 students
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Location
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3800 E State Street Extension
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
Trenton, NJ 08619
(609) 587-4140
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 248 students
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Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
137 North Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
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Gr: NS-12 | 78 students Sports: 22 Tuition listed
25 Oxford Street
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
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(215) 295-1170
Morrisville, PA 19067
(215) 295-1170
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The Newgrange School
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526 S Olden Ave
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
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Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 396-1484
Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 396-1484
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Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
137 North Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 78 students Sports: 22 Tuition listed
The Newgrange School
Special Education School
526 S Olden Ave
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 92 students
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(Catholic)
175 Leonard Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 586-3075
Trenton, NJ 08610
(609) 586-3075
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(215) 295-1155
Morrisville, PA 19067
(215) 295-1155
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601 Lawrence Rd
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 882-7900
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
(609) 882-7900
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Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
137 North Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 78 students Sports: 22 Tuition listed
25 Oxford Street
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
The Newgrange School
Special Education School
526 S Olden Ave
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 92 students
Trinity Cathedral Academy
(Episcopal)
801 West Streetate Street
Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 396-1484
Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 396-1484
1.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 38 students
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Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 278 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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Sprout U School Of The Arts ![Sprout U School Of The Arts Photo]( "Sprout U School Of The Arts Photo")
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
137 North Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 78 students Sports: 22 Tuition listed
The Montessori School
Montessori School
501 W. Maple Ave
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(215) 295-1170
Morrisville, PA 19067
(215) 295-1170
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Gr: PK-K | 40 students Avg. class size: 30 students
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Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 695-2487
Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 695-2487
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Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 695-3711
Trenton, NJ 08618
(609) 695-3711
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Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
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Gr: PK-8 | 278 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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