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#634 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 35% of private schools
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
13718 SARATOGA AVE, Saratoga, CA 95070
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#634 of 1,787
In Saratoga
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Saratoga · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private elementary school in Saratoga, CA. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sacred Heart School 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 School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Saratoga, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Redwood Middle | 9.4 |
| Argonaut Elementary | 9.5 |
| Foothill Elementary | 9.1 |
| Saratoga Elementary | 8.8 |
| Marshall Lane Elementary | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary | 8.9 |
| Christa McAuliffe | 8.9 |
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 CA.
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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 CA
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
13718 SARATOGA AVE, Saratoga, CA 95070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Argonaut Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothill Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marshall Lane Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saratoga, see our Saratoga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Middle Saratoga | 0.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Saratoga | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Saratoga | 0.3 mi | — |
| Argonaut Elementary Saratoga | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Saratoga High Saratoga | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Foothill Elementary Saratoga | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Saratoga Elementary Saratoga | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Marshall Lane Elementary Saratoga | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| PRIMARY PLUS EL QUITO SCHOOL Saratoga | 1.5 mi | — |
| Action Day Schools El Quito Saratoga | 1.5 mi | — |
| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Prospect High Saratoga | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Rolling Hills Middle Los Gatos | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Westmont High Campbell | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| John Muir Elementary San Jose | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Gussie M. Baker Elementary San Jose | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Lynbrook High San Jose | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Forest Hill Elementary San Jose | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,980
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
31,383
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
51.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart School
What grades does Sacred Heart School serve?
Sacred Heart School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart School rank in CA?
Sacred Heart School ranks #634 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart School 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 School a religious school?
Sacred Heart School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 867-9241
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