Sacred Heart School, founded in 1947, provides a Catholic environment dedciated to devloping young people whose actions reflect knowledge, respect and integrity. Our students live in 3 states and 6 counties. Many students come from twenty-four different countries.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,798
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Acceptance Rate
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
Campus Size
16
School Motto
Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity
School Mascot
Flames
Student Body
Total Students
333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition may increase yearly
% on Financial Aid
64%
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Dani Pinkston
Admissions Associate
Lynoir Pullen
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Action Club, Beta Club, Chess Club, Conservation Club, Knowledge Bowl, Math Club, Spanish Club, Student Council
School Notes
- Sacred Heart Catholic School, in a friendly and nurturing environment of personal attention, teaches the love of God and the Catholic faith, while providing a superior academic, physical, and moral education, that prepares its students to become loving and active members of their families, their Church and their community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart School cost?
Sacred Heart School's tuition is approximately $3,798 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart School often compared to?
Sacred Heart School is often viewed alongside schools like Northpoint Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Sacred Heart School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Mississippi with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Sacred Heart School offer?
Sacred Heart School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
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).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 09, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Fall Break
October 11, 2025 (Saturday)
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