Excellent
#11 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 3% of private schools
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School
School
416 W 3RD ST, Sedalia, MO 65301
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#11 of 399
In Sedalia
#1 of 3
public schools
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Sacred Heart Elementary & High School
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About Sacred Heart Elementary & High School
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School is a private school in Sedalia, MO. Sacred Heart Elementary & High School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Elementary & High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Elementary & High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Elementary & High 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 Elementary & High School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Sedalia, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Elementary & High School (this school) | 8.6 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL | 7.4 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. | 7.9 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. | 5.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. | 7.6 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. | 8.3 |
| E W Thompson | — |
| SKYLINE ELEM. | 7.7 |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. | 6.9 |
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 MO.
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 MO
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
416 W 3RD ST, Sedalia, MO 65301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Elementary & High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NORTHWEST HIGH (rated 8.2/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Hughesville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 1.9 mi | — |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 5.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SMITHTON HIGH Smithton | 7.8 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 9.8 mi | 8.2 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 11.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 11.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge | 11.5 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge | 11.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,906
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
35,347
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia, MO | 8.3 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert, MO | 8.2 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester, MO | 9.3 |
| OAKHILL DAY SCHOOL Gladstone, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Elementary & High School
What grades does Sacred Heart Elementary & High School serve?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Elementary & High School?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary & High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary & High School is 7.2:1. 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 & High School rank in MO?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School ranks #11 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Sacred Heart Elementary & High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elementary & High School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Elementary & High 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 Elementary & High School a religious school?
Sacred Heart Elementary & High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pettis County
- Phone
- (660) 827-3800
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