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#118 of 157 private schools in IA
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
234 N SYCAMORE ST, Monticello, IA 52310
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#118 of 157
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Monticello · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Monticello, IA. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Sacred Heart School show 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Sacred Heart School 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.
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 the 4 public schools in Monticello, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Monticello
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Carpenter Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Shannon Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Monticello High School | 6.2 |
| Monticello Middle School | 7.9 |
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 IA.
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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 IA
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 9 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
234 N SYCAMORE ST, Monticello, IA 52310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Johnston Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascade Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Cascade), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delhi Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Delhi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monticello, see our Monticello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Elementary School Monticello | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Shannon Elementary School Monticello | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Monticello High School Monticello | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Monticello Middle School Monticello | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Johnston Elementary School Hopkinton | 8.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Anamosa Middle School Anamosa | 9.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Anamosa High School Anamosa | 10.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Strawberry Hill Anamosa | 10.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Anamosa | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| AQUIN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Cascade Junior-Senior High School Cascade | 9.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Cascade Elementary School Cascade | 10.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Maquoketa Valley Senior High School Delhi | 14.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Maquoketa Valley Middle School Delhi | 14.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Delhi Elementary School Delhi | 14.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Dyersville Elementary School Dyersville | 16.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BECKMAN CATHOLIC JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Dyersville | 16.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dyersville | 17.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Olin Elementary School Olin | 17.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Midland Middle/High School Wyoming | 15.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,946
Median Home Value
$192,800
Median Rent
$664/mo
Population
6,384
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
80.2%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLARINDA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clarinda, IA | 5.5 |
| INWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Inwood, IA | 5.5 |
| LUTHERAN INTERPARISH SCHOOL Williamsburg, IA | 5.6 |
| SETON GRADE SCHOOL Algona, IA | 5.6 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wellsburg, IA | 5.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA | 5.3 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 10:1. 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 IA?
Sacred Heart School ranks #118 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sacred Heart School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sacred Heart School has 91% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jones County
- Phone
- (319) 465-4605
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