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#130 of 202 private schools in CT
Sacred Heart Academy
High School
265 BENHAM ST, Hamden, CT 06514
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#130 of 202
In Hamden
#4 of 6
public schools
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About Sacred Heart Academy
Sacred Heart Academy is a private high school in Hamden, CT. Sacred Heart Academy serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
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 Sacred Heart Academy compares to the 12 public schools in Hamden, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hamden
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Academy (this school) | 5.9 |
| Dunbar Hill School | 3.9 |
| Hamden High School | 5.6 |
| Shepherd Glen School | 6.0 |
| Church Street School | 4.9 |
| Spring Glen School | 8.7 |
| Hamden Middle School | 5.4 |
| The Bridge at ACES | — |
| Bear Path School | 7.2 |
| Helen Street School | 4.6 |
| Eli Whitney Technical High School | 5.5 |
| Ridge Hill School | 6.8 |
| West Woods School | 6.7 |
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 CT.
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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 CT
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
265 BENHAM ST, Hamden, CT 06514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CEDARHURST SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hamden High School (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Eli Whitney Technical High School (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hamden, see our Hamden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Hamden High School Hamden | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Shepherd Glen School Hamden | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Church Street School Hamden | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Bear Path School Hamden | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Hamden Middle School Hamden | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Helen Street School Hamden | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Spring Glen School Hamden | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| The Bridge at ACES Hamden | 1.3 mi | — |
| WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST RITA SCHOOL Hamden | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LAUREL OAKS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hamden | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hamden | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Brennan Rogers School New Haven | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ridge Road Elementary School North Haven | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
| ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL New Haven | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,227
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,633/mo
Population
25,291
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thomaston High School Thomaston, CT | 5.9 |
| WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury, CT | 6.0 |
| THE FREDERICK GUNN SCHOOL Washington, CT | 5.8 |
| Great Path Academy at MCC Manchester, CT | 6.1 |
| Portland High School Portland, CT | 6.1 |
| Classical Magnet School Hartford, CT | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Academy
What grades does Sacred Heart Academy serve?
Sacred Heart Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Academy?
Sacred Heart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Academy is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Academy rank in CT?
Sacred Heart Academy ranks #130 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Sacred Heart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Academy is a private all-girls 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 Academy a religious school?
Sacred Heart Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 288-2309
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