Excellent
#9 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 4% of private schools
Sacred Heart Elementary
Elementary School
112 2ND AVE SE, Cullman, AL 35055
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#9 of 207
In Cullman
#2 of 4
public schools
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Sacred Heart Elementary
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About Sacred Heart Elementary
Sacred Heart Elementary is a private elementary school in Cullman, AL. Sacred Heart Elementary serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, Sacred Heart Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Elementary is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sacred Heart Elementary compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Cullman, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Elementary (this school) | 8.3 |
| East Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Cullman City Primary School | 9.9 |
| West Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Cullman Child Development Center | 4.1 |
| Good Hope Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Good Hope Middle School | 6.2 |
| Good Hope Primary School | 9.3 |
| Welti Elementary School | 6.8 |
| West Point Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Fairview Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Fairview Middle School | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
112 2ND AVE SE, Cullman, AL 35055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cullman City Primary School (rated 9.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Good Hope Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Point Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cullman, see our Cullman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cullman | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| East Elementary School Cullman | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Cullman Middle School Cullman | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Cullman High School Cullman | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Cullman City Primary School Cullman | 0.8 mi | 9.9 |
| West Elementary School Cullman | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST BERNARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Cullman | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CULLMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cullman | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Cullman Child Development Center Cullman | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Vinemont Middle School Vinemont | 4.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Vinemont Elementary School Vinemont | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Vinemont High School Vinemont | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Good Hope High School Cullman | 5.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Good Hope Elementary School Cullman | 5.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Good Hope Middle School Cullman | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Good Hope Primary School Cullman | 6.2 mi | 9.3 |
| VINEMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vinemont | 6.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Welti Elementary School Cullman | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| West Point Elementary School Cullman | 8.1 mi | 8.3 |
| West Point Intermediate School Vinemont | 8.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,488
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
23,231
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALABAMA WALDORF SCHOOL Birmingham, AL | 8.2 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile, AL | 8.2 |
| Mount Hope Mt. Hope, AL | 8.2 |
| JOSEPH S BRUNO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Birmingham, AL | 8.6 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gadsden, AL | 8.6 |
| Barbour County Primary School Clayton, AL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Elementary
What grades does Sacred Heart Elementary serve?
Sacred Heart Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Elementary?
Sacred Heart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Elementary rank in AL?
Sacred Heart Elementary ranks #9 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Sacred Heart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sacred Heart Elementary a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sacred Heart Elementary a religious school?
Sacred Heart Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cullman County
- Phone
- (256) 734-4563
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