Very Good
#51 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 16% of private schools
Sacred Heart School
School
200 3RD ST NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#51 of 319
In East Grand Forks
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
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About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private school in East Grand Forks, MN. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.2
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 the 4 public schools in East Grand Forks, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in East Grand Forks
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 7.6 |
| EAST GRAND FORKS SENIOR HIGH | 6.9 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 6.1 |
| SOUTH POINT ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE | 7.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
200 3RD ST NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other schools in the area. J NELSON KELLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Grand Forks), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Grand Forks), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Grand Forks, see our East Grand Forks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL East Grand Forks | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST GRAND FORKS SENIOR HIGH East Grand Forks | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY East Grand Forks | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Grand Forks | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| WILDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| WINSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY ST. MARYS SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTH POINT ELEMENTARY East Grand Forks | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| J NELSON KELLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHROEDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE East Grand Forks | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RED RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PRAIRIE VOYAGER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grand Forks | 3.0 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Grand Forks | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,633
Median Home Value
$247,200
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
10,791
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bloomington, MN | 7.1 |
| CENTRAL MINNESOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prinsburg, MN | 6.9 |
| LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake, MN | 8.3 |
| LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato, MN | 8.3 |
| THE MARSHALL SCHOOL Duluth, MN | 6.8 |
| CONVENT OF THE VISITATION SCHOOL Mendota Heights, MN | 8.4 |
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 12th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 11.3:1. 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 MN?
Sacred Heart School ranks #51 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (218) 773-0230
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