Very Good
#121 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 14% of private schools
Sacred Heart Grade School
Elementary School
701 FRANKLIN ST, West Reading, PA 19611
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#121 of 873
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Sacred Heart Grade School
Elementary School in West Reading · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart Grade School
Sacred Heart Grade School is a private elementary school in West Reading, PA. Sacred Heart Grade School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Sacred Heart Grade 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Grade School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Grade 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 Grade School compares to the 1 public school in West Reading, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Reading
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Grade School (this school) | 7.8 |
| West Reading El Ctr | 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
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 PA.
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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 PA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
701 FRANKLIN ST, West Reading, PA 19611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wyomissing Hills El Ctr (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wyomissing), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MARGARET SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Reading), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Reading), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Reading, see our West Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Reading El Ctr West Reading | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyomissing | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reading | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Northwest El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| READING SDA JR ACADEMY Reading | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Wyomissing Area JSHS Wyomissing | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Glenside El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| OPPORTUNITIES SCHOOL Reading | 1.5 mi | — |
| Northwest MS Reading | 1.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Wyomissing Hills El Ctr Wyomissing | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Reading | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Millmont El Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Governor Mifflin SHS Shillington | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Governor Mifflin MS Shillington | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,379
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
11,170
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LANSDOWNE FRIENDS SCHOOL Lansdowne, PA | 7.8 |
| MEDIA-PROVIDENCE FRIENDS SCHOOL Media, PA | 7.8 |
| SS PHILIP & JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Exton, PA | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Danville, PA | 7.8 |
| Seventh Street Sch Oil City, PA | 7.8 |
| Friendship Hill El Sch Point Marion, PA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Grade School
What grades does Sacred Heart Grade School serve?
Sacred Heart Grade School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Grade School?
Sacred Heart Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Grade School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Grade School rank in PA?
Sacred Heart Grade School ranks #121 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Sacred Heart Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Grade School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Grade 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 Grade School a religious school?
Sacred Heart Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Berks County
- Phone
- (610) 393-3316
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