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#92 of 142 private schools in KS
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]
Elementary School
300 N WASHINGTON ST, Plainville, KS 67663
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#92 of 142
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Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]
Elementary School in Plainville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] is a private elementary school in Plainville, KS. Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #92 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] 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 Elementary [plainville] sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] 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 Elementary [plainville] compares to the 2 public schools in Plainville, KS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Plainville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] (this school) | 5.8 |
| Plainville High | 5.5 |
| Plainville Elem | 4.9 |
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 KS.
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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 KS
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
300 N WASHINGTON ST, Plainville, KS 67663
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Damar Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Damar), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodrow Wilson Elem (rated 8.9/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Hays), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem (rated 8.9/10, 24.9 miles away, in nearby Hays), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainville, see our Plainville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plainville High Plainville | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Plainville Elem Plainville | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Stockton High Stockton | 13.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Stockton Elem Stockton | 14.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Palco Jr. High Palco | 14.3 mi | — |
| Palco High Palco | 14.3 mi | — |
| Natoma High (6-12) Natoma | 15.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Natoma Elem Natoma | 15.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Damar Elementary School Damar | 16.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Hays Middle School Hays | 24.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem Hays | 24.2 mi | 8.9 |
| THOMAS MORE PREP-MARIAN HIGH Hays | 24.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Elem Hays | 24.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elem Hays | 24.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem Hays | 24.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Hays High Hays | 25.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Hays Virtual School Hays | 25.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Ellis | 24.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Elem Ellis | 25.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Ellis Jr/Sr High Ellis | 25.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,139
Median Home Value
$89,100
Median Rent
$768/mo
Population
2,449
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
13.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village, KS | 5.8 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park, KS | 5.8 |
| NEWTON BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newton, KS | 5.7 |
| Winona Elem Winona, KS | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Scott, KS | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Ness City, KS | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]
What grades does Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] serve?
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]?
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] 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 Elementary [plainville] rank in KS?
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] ranks #92 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville]'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Elementary [plainville] a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] 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 Elementary [plainville] a religious school?
Sacred Heart Elementary [plainville] has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rooks County
- Phone
- (785) 434-2157
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