Average
#350 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 49% of private schools
Sacred Heart Schools
Elementary School
6250 N SHERIDAN RD, Chicago, IL 60660
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#350 of 716
In Chicago
#96 of 162
public schools
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Sacred Heart Schools
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart Schools
Sacred Heart Schools is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Sacred Heart Schools serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #350 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Schools 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 Schools compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Schools (this school) | 6.4 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School | 5.4 |
| Hayt Elem School | 5.8 |
| Kilmer Elem School | 6.5 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School | 6.9 |
| New Field Elem School | 7.0 |
| Field Elem School | 5.9 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter | 7.0 |
| Goudy Technology Academy | 6.7 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy | 8.3 |
| McCutcheon Elem School | 6.4 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies | 7.5 |
| Jordan Elem Community School | 6.0 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy | 5.1 |
| Chappell Elem School | 7.3 |
| Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz | 9.2 |
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la | 5.7 |
| McPherson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Clinton Elem School | 5.5 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 503 schools. View all schools in Chicago
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.
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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
6250 N SHERIDAN RD, Chicago, IL 60660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Elem Scholastic Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Field Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swift Elem Specialty School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Hayt Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Senn High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| GUIDEPOST AT EDGEWATER Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sullivan High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Kilmer Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHSHORE ACADEMY FOR CHILDREN Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| Field Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Goudy Technology Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| New Field Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CHICAGO WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| McCutcheon Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MISERICORDIA SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,206
Median Home Value
$287,500
Median Rent
$1,286/mo
Population
42,750
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
37.5
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| Azuela Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst, IL | 6.4 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview, IL | 6.4 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Schools
What grades does Sacred Heart Schools serve?
Sacred Heart Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Schools?
Sacred Heart Schools has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Schools is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Schools rank in IL?
Sacred Heart Schools ranks #350 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Sacred Heart Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Schools a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Schools 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 Schools a religious school?
Sacred Heart Schools has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 681-8414
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