Below Average
#43 of 45 private schools in DC
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
1625 PARK RD NW, Washington, DC 20010
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#43 of 45
In Washington
#43 of 45
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Washington · 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 Washington, DC. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- DC avg 6.5
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 207 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 4.2 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Tubman ES | 5.7 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights | 6.3 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
| Raymond ES | 6.7 |
| Powell ES | 7.5 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS | 4.9 |
| Cardozo Education Campus | 4.6 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES | 8.7 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View | 9.1 |
| Marie Reed ES | 8.3 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens | 7.9 |
| MacFarland MS | 7.8 |
| Meridian PCS | 4.2 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS | 5.3 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth | 5.9 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES | 7.1 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 207 schools. View all schools in Washington
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 DC.
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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 DC
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
1625 PARK RD NW, Washington, DC 20010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Meridian PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 1.0 mi | — |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,260
Median Home Value
$868,400
Median Rent
$1,815/mo
Population
31,591
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
39.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| King ES Washington, DC | 4.2 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington, DC | 4.3 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Simon ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Ketcham ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Savoy ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
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 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart School rank in DC?
Sacred Heart School ranks #43 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 265-4828
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