Very Good
#14 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 13% of private schools
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Elementary School
555 S WOODROW AVE, Gallup, NM 87301
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#14 of 100
In Gallup
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sacred Heart Catholic School
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About Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sacred Heart Catholic School is a private elementary school in Gallup, NM. Sacred Heart Catholic School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 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 3.8:1 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 16 public schools serving similar grades in Gallup, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic School (this school) | 7.6 |
| GALLUP MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER | — |
| HOZHO ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY | 5.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE | 6.0 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE | 4.6 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY | 7.1 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE | 6.2 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY | 6.9 |
| Bread Springs Day School | 5.7 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
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 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
555 S WOODROW AVE, Gallup, NM 87301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 5.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gallup, see our Gallup schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 0.5 mi | — |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 5.0 mi | 4.5 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 5.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock | 7.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,302
Median Home Value
$134,700
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,981
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
34.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe, NM | 7.7 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 7.9 |
| Beclabito Day School Shiprock, NM | 8.2 |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe, NM | — |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe, NM | — |
| CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos, NM | — |
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 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Catholic School?
Sacred Heart Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Catholic School is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Catholic School rank in NM?
Sacred Heart Catholic School ranks #14 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 7.6 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McKinley County
- Phone
- (505) 863-6652
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