Very Good
#91 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 28% of private schools
Sacred Heart Area School
Elementary School
324 4TH ST NE, Staples, MN 56479
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#91 of 319
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Sacred Heart Area School
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About Sacred Heart Area School
Sacred Heart Area School is a private elementary school in Staples, MN. Sacred Heart Area School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Area School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Sacred Heart Area 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Area School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Area 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 Area School compares to the 3 public schools in Staples, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Staples
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Area School (this school) | 7.1 |
| STAPLES-MOTLEY SENIOR HIGH | 7.8 |
| MOTLEY-STAPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| Staples-Motley Elementary | 5.3 |
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
324 4TH ST NE, Staples, MN 56479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Area School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERTHA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Bertha), which scores notably higher. Another option is PILLAGER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Pillager), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Browerville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Staples, see our Staples schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STAPLES-MOTLEY SENIOR HIGH Staples | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MOTLEY-STAPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Staples | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Staples-Motley Elementary Staples | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| VERNDALE AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Verndale | 10.2 mi | — |
| VERNDALE ELEMENTARY Verndale | 11.0 mi | 4.6 |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale | 11.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LIVING WATERS MENNONITE SCHOOL Browerville | 16.5 mi | 4.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Browerville | 19.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BROWERVILLE SECONDARY Browerville | 19.1 mi | 7.0 |
| BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY Browerville | 19.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha | 14.3 mi | 9.0 |
| BERTHA SECONDARY Bertha | 14.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Central Lakes Adventure School Pillager | 14.8 mi | 6.3 |
| PILLAGER ELEMENTARY Pillager | 15.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Pillager Senior High School Pillager | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Pillager Middle School Pillager | 15.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Freshwater Education District ALC Wadena | 16.7 mi | 6.5 |
| White Pine Academy Wadena | 16.7 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Wadena | 16.7 mi | — |
| LEAF RIVER ACADEMY Wadena | 16.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,009
Median Home Value
$177,500
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
5,018
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamburg, MN | 7.1 |
| ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie, MN | 7.1 |
| Three Rivers Montessori School Elk River, MN | 7.1 |
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center, MN | 7.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope, MN | 7.2 |
| NORTHOME ELEMENTARY Northome, MN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Area School
What grades does Sacred Heart Area School serve?
Sacred Heart Area School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Area School?
Sacred Heart Area School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Area School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Area School 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 Area School rank in MN?
Sacred Heart Area School ranks #91 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Sacred Heart Area School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Area School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Area School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Area 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 Area School a religious school?
Sacred Heart Area School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Todd County
- Phone
- (218) 894-2077
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