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#46 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 29% of private schools
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
1111 4TH AVE W, Spencer, IA 51301
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#46 of 157
In Spencer
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Spencer · grades Kindergarten – 6th. 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 Spencer, IA. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Sacred Heart School show 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 143 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 5 public schools in Spencer, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Spencer
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Johnson Elementary | 7.9 |
| Fairview Park Elementary | 4.4 |
| Spencer High School | 6.4 |
| Spencer Middle School | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 5.8 |
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
1111 4TH AVE W, Spencer, IA 51301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Johnson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Hartley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spirit Lake Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Spirit Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spencer, see our Spencer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Elementary Spencer | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Fairview Park Elementary Spencer | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Spencer | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Spencer High School Spencer | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Spencer Middle School Spencer | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| IOWA GREAT LAKES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Spencer | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Clay Central-Everly Elementary Royal | 9.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Okoboji Middle School Milford | 11.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Okoboji Elementary School Milford | 11.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Okoboji High School Milford | 12.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Graettinger-Terril Elementary School Terril | 14.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Ruthven-Ayrshire Elementary School Ruthven | 12.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Ruthven-Ayrshire High School Ruthven | 12.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Spirit Lake Elementary School Spirit Lake | 18.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Spirit Lake Middle School Spirit Lake | 18.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Spirit Lake High School Spirit Lake | 18.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Sioux Central Middle School Sioux Rapids | 19.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Sioux Central Elementary School Sioux Rapids | 19.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Sioux Central High School Sioux Rapids | 19.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School Hartley | 16.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,175
Median Home Value
$180,400
Median Rent
$796/mo
Population
12,402
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarksville Elementary School Clarksville, IA | 6.8 |
| Creston Early Childhood Center Creston, IA | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Boone, IA | 6.8 |
| SANBORN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanborn, IA | 6.8 |
| Central City Elementary School Central City, IA | 6.7 |
| Dexter Elementary School Dexter, IA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart School
What grades does Sacred Heart School serve?
Sacred Heart School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School 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 Sacred Heart School rank in IA?
Sacred Heart School ranks #46 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 88% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Clay County
- Phone
- (712) 262-6428
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