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#80 of 142 private schools in KS
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
1150 W 6TH ST, Colby, KS 67701
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#80 of 142
In Colby
#1 of 3
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 Colby, KS. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 67 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 7.4:1 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 3 public schools in Colby, KS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Colby
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Colby Middle School | 3.7 |
| Colby Elem | 6.6 |
| Colby Senior High | 5.4 |
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
1150 W 6TH ST, Colby, KS 67701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grinnell Grade School (rated 9.3/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Grinnell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheylin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 34.9 miles away, in nearby Bird City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Golden Plains Elem (rated 7.2/10, 27.8 miles away, in nearby Selden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colby, see our Colby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colby Middle School Colby | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Colby Elem Colby | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Colby | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Colby | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Colby Senior High Colby | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Brewster Elem Brewster | 17.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Brewster High Brewster | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Golden Plains Middle Rexford | 17.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Golden Plains High Rexford | 17.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Oakley Sr High Oakley | 21.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Oakley Middle School Oakley | 21.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Oakley Elem Oakley | 21.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Winona Elem Winona | 25.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Winona High Winona | 25.2 mi | — |
| Rawlins County Jr/Sr High School Atwood | 28.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Rawlins County Elementary Atwood | 28.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Grinnell Grade School Grinnell | 29.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Grinnell Middle School Grinnell | 29.7 mi | — |
| Golden Plains Elem Selden | 27.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Cheylin Elementary Bird City | 34.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,188
Median Home Value
$166,600
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
6,166
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
10.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lewis Elem Lewis, KS | 6.1 |
| Logan Elem Logan, KS | 6.1 |
| Elk Valley Elementary Longton, KS | 6.0 |
| Wilson Elementary School Wilson, KS | 6.2 |
| TOPEKA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Topeka, KS | 6.3 |
| Fredonia Early Learning Center Fredonia, KS | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart School
What grades does Sacred Heart School serve?
Sacred Heart School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 7.4:1. 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 KS?
Sacred Heart School ranks #80 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Thomas County
- Phone
- (785) 460-2813
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