Below Average
#248 of 253 private schools in LA
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
161 BOURGEOIS ST, Ville Platte, LA 70586
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#248 of 253
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Ville Platte · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private elementary school in Ville Platte, LA. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Ville Platte, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 4.0 |
| Ville Platte High School | 6.6 |
| Ville Platte Elementary School | 4.0 |
| James Stephens Montessori School | 5.6 |
| Vidrine Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Bayou Chicot Elementary School | 6.3 |
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 LA.
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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 LA
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
161 BOURGEOIS ST, Ville Platte, LA 70586
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand Prairie Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Eunice), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ville Platte, see our Ville Platte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ville Platte High School Ville Platte | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ville Platte Elementary School Ville Platte | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| James Stephens Montessori School Ville Platte | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Grand Prairie Elementary School Washington | 7.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Chataignier Elementary School Chataignier | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Vidrine Elementary School Ville Platte | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Northwest High School Opelousas | 8.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Plaisance Middle School Opelousas | 9.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Bayou Chicot Elementary School Ville Platte | 10.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Mamou High School Mamou | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mamou Elementary School Mamou | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Pine Prairie High School Pine Prairie | 11.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Lawtell Elementary School Lawtell | 12.5 mi | 4.8 |
| JS Clark Leadership Academy Opelousas | 14.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Grolee Elementary School Opelousas | 14.2 mi | 4.6 |
| FAMILY WORSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Opelousas | 13.9 mi | 5.3 |
| East Elementary School Eunice | 14.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Washington Elementary School Washington | 13.6 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Landry Charter School Opelousas | 15.0 mi | 6.6 |
| OPELOUSAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Opelousas | 15.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70586 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,375
Median Home Value
$131,800
Median Rent
$705/mo
Population
18,939
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lenwil Elementary School West Monroe, LA | 4.0 |
| Ville Platte Elementary School Ville Platte, LA | 4.0 |
| West Leesville Elementary School Leesville, LA | 4.0 |
| Perrin Early Learning Center Ponchatoula, LA | 4.1 |
| ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crowley, LA | 4.1 |
| Summer Grove Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 3.9 |
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 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 17.7:1. 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 LA?
Sacred Heart School ranks #248 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Evangeline Parish
- Phone
- (337) 363-3445
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