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#429 of 716 private schools in IL
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy
School
3445 ELMWOOD RD, Rockford, IL 61101
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#429 of 716
In Rockford
#11 of 16
public schools
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Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy
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About Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy is a private school in Rockford, IL. Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy 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 7:1 students to teachers, Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Our Lady 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 Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Rockford, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Thurgood Marshall School | 8.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary | 8.5 |
| Conklin Elem School | 4.5 |
| West View Elem School | 4.0 |
| Summerdale Early Childhood Center | 4.7 |
| R K Welsh Elem School | 3.4 |
| West Middle School | 5.0 |
| Roosevelt Center | 6.5 |
| Auburn High School | 6.1 |
| Haskell Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Galapagos Rockford Charter Sch | 4.9 |
| McIntosh Elementary | 4.4 |
| Kennedy Middle School | 3.9 |
| Lewis Lemon Elementary | 4.2 |
| Clifford P Carlson Elem School | 5.2 |
| Ellis Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Eisenhower Middle School | 3.6 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School | 4.0 |
| Jackson Charter School | 5.4 |
| Montessori Elementary School | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Rockford
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 IL.
Data Unavailable
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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 IL
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
3445 ELMWOOD RD, Rockford, IL 61101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thurgood Marshall School (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall School Rockford | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Rockford | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Conklin Elem School Rockford | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| West View Elem School Rockford | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Summerdale Early Childhood Center Rockford | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| West Middle School Rockford | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SPECTRUM SCHOOL Rockford | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| R K Welsh Elem School Rockford | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| VERITAS CHRISTI HYBRID ACADEMY Rockford | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Marquette Elem School Machesney Park | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Loves Park Elem School Loves Park | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Center Rockford | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockford | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Haskell Elementary School Rockford | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Harlem Middle School Loves Park | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Galapagos Rockford Charter Sch Rockford | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,260
Median Home Value
$89,800
Median Rent
$975/mo
Population
19,671
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy
What grades does Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy serve?
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy?
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy rank in IL?
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy ranks #429 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy a private school?
Yes, Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy 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 Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy a religious school?
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Winnebago County
- Phone
- (815) 399-3021
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