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#47 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 29% of private schools
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
1111 MARSHALL ST, Boone, IA 50036
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#47 of 157
In Boone
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
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About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private elementary school in Boone, IA. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 157 private schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Sacred Heart School show 100% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 100% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 89 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 Boone, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Boone
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Boone High School | 4.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Boone Middle School | 5.8 |
| United Community School | 5.1 |
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 2 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1111 MARSHALL ST, Boone, IA 50036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ogden Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Ogden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madrid Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Madrid), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boone, see our Boone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boone | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Boone High School Boone | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School Boone | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Boone Middle School Boone | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| United Community School Boone | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Ogden Elementary School Ogden | 8.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Ogden Middle School Ogden | 8.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Ogden High School Ogden | 8.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Madrid High School Madrid | 13.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Madrid Junior High School Madrid | 13.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Madrid Elementary Preschool Madrid | 13.4 mi | — |
| Madrid Elementary School Madrid | 13.4 mi | 6.5 |
| WOODWARD ACADEMY Woodward | 13.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Woodward Academy Woodward | 13.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Edwards Elementary School Ames | 10.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Sawyer Elementary School Ames | 10.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Stratford Elementary Stratford | 14.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Ames Middle School Ames | 11.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Woodward-Granger Middle School Woodward | 14.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodward-Granger High School Woodward | 14.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,107
Median Home Value
$172,900
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
78.9%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SANBORN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanborn, IA | 6.8 |
| Blakesburg Elementary Blakesburg, IA | 6.9 |
| KEOKUK CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Keokuk, IA | 7.0 |
| Paton-Churdan Elementary Churdan, IA | 7.0 |
| SHELBY COUNTY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Harlan, IA | 7.0 |
| SHELDON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheldon, IA | 7.0 |
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 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 8.6:1. 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 #47 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 100% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 100% 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (515) 432-4124
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