Skip to main content

Very Good

#23 of 131 private schools in MS

Top 17% of private schools

Sacred Heart Elementary

Elementary School

10482 LEMOYNE BLVD, Diberville, MS 39540

Private

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#23 of 131

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Sacred Heart Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Sacred Heart Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Diberville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Martin N Elementary School

6.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Diberville Middle School

5.2/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Sacred Heart Elementary

Sacred Heart Elementary is a private elementary school in Diberville, MS. Sacred Heart Elementary serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it compares0.8 pts above MS schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • MS avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Sacred Heart Elementary 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sacred Heart Elementary 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

Beta

How Sacred Heart Elementary compares to the 2 public schools in Diberville, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
189
This School
vs
463
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.7% vs 0%
Asian 16.4% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%
Sacred Heart Elementary Diberville Public Avg

All Schools in Diberville

School Rating
Sacred Heart Elementary (this school) 7.4
DIBERVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.2
DIBERVILLE ELEM 6.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 6.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 189
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.7%
Asian 16.4%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 2.1%
Pacific Islander 1.1%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10482 LEMOYNE BLVD, Diberville, MS 39540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sacred Heart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ocean Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Diberville, see our Diberville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTIN N ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 0.5 mi 6.8
DIBERVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Diberville 0.6 mi 5.2
GORENFLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 1.9 mi 6.2
DIBERVILLE ELEM Diberville 1.7 mi 6.6
NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 2.1 mi 9.7
NATIVITY BVM CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 2.9 mi 5.3
BILOXI UPPER ELEMENTARY Biloxi 3.4 mi 8.3
ST MARTIN EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocean Springs 3.5 mi 7.7
BACK BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.6 mi 7.4
NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.6 mi 8.5
BILOXI HIGH SCHOOL Biloxi 3.6 mi 7.2
ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ocean Springs 3.8 mi 5.8
TREEHOUSE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocean Springs 3.9 mi 6.4
BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH Biloxi 3.8 mi 7.6
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocean Springs 4.7 mi 8.7
OCEAN SPRINGS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHO Ocean Springs 4.9 mi 7.5
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Biloxi 5.0 mi 5.5
DIBERVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCH Biloxi 5.9 mi 6.7
CREEKBEND ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE Biloxi 6.0 mi 6.7
ST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean Springs 5.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,712

Median Home Value

$199,000

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

13,033

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis, MS 7.4
LYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale, MS 7.4
ASHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashland, MS 7.5
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Collins, MS 7.5
SHANNON PRIMARY SCHOOL Shannon, MS 7.5
LONG CREEK ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis, MS 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sacred Heart Elementary

What grades does Sacred Heart Elementary serve?

Sacred Heart Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Sacred Heart Elementary?

Sacred Heart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Elementary is 6.8:1. 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 rank in MS?

Sacred Heart Elementary ranks #23 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Sacred Heart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sacred Heart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 a private school?

Yes, Sacred Heart Elementary 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 a religious school?

Sacred Heart Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harrison County

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.