Sacred Heart School serves 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of Sacred Heart School is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,254
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
351 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition will be based on a percentage of a family’s income or the actual cost to educate per student ($4,254 for K-8 and $6,375 for 9-12), whichever is the lowest. The limit is 7% of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), except for families with one student and an
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Tom Betz
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carli Tritz - Miss Basketball for Iowa in 2010, All-State in basketball, volleyball, and soccer. -
- Joe Bisenius - MLB pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart School cost?
Sacred Heart School's tuition is approximately $4,254 for private students.
What schools are Sacred Heart School often compared to?
Sacred Heart School is often viewed alongside schools like Mater Dei School Nativity Center by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
Who are famous alumni from Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School famous alumni include: Carli Tritz - Miss Basketball for Iowa in 2010, All-State in basketball, volleyball, and soccer. and Joe Bisenius - MLB pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals..
What is Sacred Heart School's ranking?
Sacred Heart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest percentage of students of color 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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