Below Average
#1619 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy
Elementary School
105 S SECOND ST, Dixon, CA 95620
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,619 of 1,787
In Dixon
#2 of 2
public schools
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Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy
Elementary School in Dixon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy is a private elementary school in Dixon, CA. Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,619 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy 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.
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy 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 Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Dixon, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy (this school) | 4.8 |
| John Knight Middle | 3.5 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary | 6.6 |
| Dixon Montessori Charter | 8.1 |
| Gretchen Higgins Elementary | 4.6 |
| Tremont Elementary | 4.9 |
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
105 S SECOND ST, Dixon, CA 95620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairfield Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert E. Willett Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Davis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dixon Montessori Charter (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dixon, see our Dixon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy Dixon | 0.0 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy at Valley of the Sacred Heart Dixon | 0.0 mi | — |
| John Knight Middle Dixon | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dixon | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Dixon High Dixon | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Neighborhood Christian School Dixon | 0.5 mi | — |
| Dixon Montessori Charter Dixon | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Maine Prairie High (Continuation) Dixon | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Gretchen Higgins Elementary Dixon | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Tremont Elementary Dixon | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Countryside Schoolhouse Dixon | 2.1 mi | — |
| Grace Valley Christian Academy Davis | 6.9 mi | — |
| REDBUD MONTESSORI Davis | 7.0 mi | — |
| Redbud Montessori Davis | 7.0 mi | — |
| Fairfield Elementary Davis | 7.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis | 7.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Patwin Elementary Davis | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| TENDER LEARNING CARE Davis | 8.1 mi | — |
| Robert E. Willett Elementary Davis | 8.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,224
Median Home Value
$594,900
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
22,367
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy
What grades does Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy serve?
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy?
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy rank in CA?
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy ranks #1,619 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy 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 Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy a religious school?
Valley of the Sacred Heart Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Solano County
- Phone
- (530) 574-0804
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