Excellent
#3 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 2% of private schools
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Elementary School
404 N ALLEN AVE, Farmington, NM 87401
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#3 of 100
In Farmington
#1 of 5
public schools
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Sacred Heart Catholic School
Elementary School in Farmington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a private elementary school in Farmington, NM. Sacred Heart Catholic School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Sacred Heart Catholic School 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Farmington, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic School (this school) | 8.6 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY WEST | 4.7 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY | 5.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| HERMOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| LADERA DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | 7.1 |
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| ROCINANTE HIGH | 4.4 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY | 6.5 |
| TIBBETTS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY | 6.8 |
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST | 5.3 |
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 NM.
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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 NM
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
404 N ALLEN AVE, Farmington, NM 87401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LADERA DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY WEST Farmington | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| APACHE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Farmington | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MCCORMICK ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FARMINGTON HIGH Farmington | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NAVAJO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Farmington | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Navajo Preparatory School Farmington | 1.2 mi | — |
| NORTHEAST ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HERMOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LADERA DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Farmington | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ACTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Farmington | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ANIMAS ELEMENTARY Farmington | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| SAN JUAN COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CASA MONTESSORI Farmington | 3.3 mi | — |
| MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,358
Median Home Value
$202,400
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
45,020
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Catholic School
What grades does Sacred Heart Catholic School serve?
Sacred Heart Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Catholic School?
Sacred Heart Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Catholic School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Catholic School rank in NM?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks #3 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Sacred Heart Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Catholic 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
Sacred Heart Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Juan County
- Phone
- (150) 532-5715
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