Very Good

#15 of 143 private schools in NE

Top 10% of private schools

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart

High School

3601 BURT ST, Omaha, NE 68131

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Nebraska private schools

#15 of 143

In Omaha

#5 of 37

public schools

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About Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is a private high school in Omaha, NE. Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 143 private schools in NE.

How it compares1.0 pts above NE schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart 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.

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How Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Omaha, NE

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.8:1

This School

15.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

340

This School

570

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.7

This School

5.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.9% vs 0%

Black 5% vs 0%

Asian 3.8% vs 0%

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart Omaha Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart (this school)	—	340	9.8:1	7.7
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED	0.4 mi	7	1:1	—
GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	360	16.4:1	6.5
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	235	15.7:1	4.5
WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	368	17.5:1	2.7
JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	267	15.7:1	4.8
KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	250	17.9:1	2.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM	1.2 mi	156	13:1	4.7
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL	1.3 mi	2,674	22.5:1	5.0
KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	273	16.1:1	4.0
DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	495	17.7:1	6.1
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	222	10.6:1	6.0
CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	299	14.2:1	3.8
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	641	16.9:1	3.0
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY	1.6 mi	60	—:1	3.3
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY	1.6 mi	6	—:1	—
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	265	16.6:1	8.3
FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	632	18.6:1	3.1
BENSON HIGH SCHOOL	1.9 mi	1,490	19.4:1	3.8
BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	291	17.1:1	4.5
LOTHROP MAGNET CENTER	1.9 mi	405	16.9:1	6.1

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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 NE.

Classroom Attention

A- 8.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,248

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 340

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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 NE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.9%

Hispanic 7.9%

Black 5.0%

Asian 3.8%

Native American 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3601 BURT ST, Omaha, NE 68131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MERCY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OMAHA STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha	0.4 mi	7	—
GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	0.4 mi	360	6.5
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	0.6 mi	235	4.5
WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	0.8 mi	368	2.7
JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.0 mi	267	4.8
KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.3 mi	273	4.0
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.4 mi	222	6.0
KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.2 mi	250	2.4
OMAHA STREET SCHOOL Omaha	1.5 mi	31	7.0
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha	1.2 mi	156	4.7
FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.6 mi	632	3.1
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (0-3) AT KENNEDY Omaha	1.6 mi	6	—
EARLY LEARNING CENTER (PK) AT KENNEDY Omaha	1.6 mi	60	3.3
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Omaha	1.3 mi	2,674	5.0
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha	1.6 mi	234	8.3
CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.4 mi	299	3.8
DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.4 mi	495	6.1
JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha	1.5 mi	75	6.3
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha	1.5 mi	641	3.0
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha	1.7 mi	317	8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,800

Median Home Value

$224,500

Median Rent

$1,081/mo

Population

13,928

College Educated

46.4%

Homeownership

24.3%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

28.4

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
AURORA HIGH SCHOOL Aurora, NE	372	7.7
WAYNE HIGH SCHOOL Wayne, NE	319	7.7
O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL O'Neill, NE	365	7.8
ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Arlington, NE	341	7.6
CENTRAL CATHOLIC MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island, NE	273	7.6
CHASE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Imperial, NE	219	7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart

What grades does Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart serve?

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart?

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart?

The student-teacher ratio at Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart rank in NE?

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart ranks #15 of 143 private schools in NE.

What is Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart's MySchoolScout rating?

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart a private school?

Yes, Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is a private all-girls 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 Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart a religious school?

Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 79 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 340
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 35
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 192 days
Setting: Large City
County: Douglas County
Phone: (402) 558-3800

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