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#299 of 534 private schools in NJ
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
620 VALLEY BROOK AVE, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#299 of 534
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in Lyndhurst · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private elementary school in Lyndhurst, NJ. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
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 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lyndhurst, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Lyndhurst Middle School | 6.7 |
| Columbus School | 5.2 |
| Community | 4.0 |
| Franklin School | 6.3 |
| Washington School | 5.3 |
| Jefferson School | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt School | 7.2 |
| Memorial School | 5.4 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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
620 VALLEY BROOK AVE, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt School (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Washington School (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rutherford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lyndhurst, see our Lyndhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst Middle School Lyndhurst | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbus School Lyndhurst | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Community Lyndhurst | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Lyndhurst High School Lyndhurst | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Jefferson School Lyndhurst | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington School Lyndhurst | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Memorial School Lyndhurst | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Franklin School Lyndhurst | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt School Lyndhurst | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Franklin D Roosevelt Elementary School North Arlington | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Pierrepont School Rutherford | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln School Rutherford | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| George Washington Elementary School North Arlington | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Rutherford High School Rutherford | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| North Arlington High School North Arlington | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| School #8 Clifton | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Arlington | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE ACADEMY Nutley | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Belleville PS9 Belleville | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington School Rutherford | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,021
Median Home Value
$496,000
Median Rent
$1,719/mo
Population
22,343
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.3
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| Bee Meadow School Whippany, NJ | 6.2 |
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| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton, NJ | 6.2 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 6.2 |
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| EASTERN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Midland Park, NJ | 6.2 |
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 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 12:1. 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 NJ?
Sacred Heart School ranks #299 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 939-4277
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