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#37 of 65 private schools in RI
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
56 PURCHASE ST, East Providence, RI 02914
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#37 of 65
In East Providence
#3 of 4
public schools
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in East Providence · grades Kindergarten – 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 East Providence, RI. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Sacred Heart 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in East Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School | 6.3 |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School | 6.7 |
| Orlo Avenue School | 8.0 |
| Edward Martin Middle | 4.7 |
| Kent Heights School | 6.7 |
| Silver Spring School | 7.2 |
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 RI.
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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 RI
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
56 PURCHASE ST, East Providence, RI 02914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CROFT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orlo Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Providence, see our East Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Orlo Avenue School East Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Edward Martin Middle East Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| GORDON SCHOOL East Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Silver Spring School East Providence | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kent Heights School East Providence | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| East Providence High East Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle Providence | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PROVIDENCE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Providence | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,838
Median Home Value
$309,600
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
Population
21,397
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FATHER JOHN V. DOYLE SCHOOL Coventry, RI | 5.8 |
| ST LUKE'S SCHOOL Barrington, RI | 5.8 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence, RI | 5.7 |
| Hope School Hope, RI | 5.7 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Warwick, RI | 5.7 |
| WEST BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (ELEMENTARY) North Kingstown, RI | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart School
What grades does Sacred Heart School serve?
Sacred Heart School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 9.9:1. 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 RI?
Sacred Heart School ranks #37 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 434-1080
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