Very Good
#8 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 13% of private schools
Sacred Heart Middle School -
Elementary School
509 CAPITOL ST, Yankton, SD 57078
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#8 of 56
In Yankton
#1 of 3
public schools
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Sacred Heart Middle School -
Elementary School in Yankton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacred Heart Middle School -
Sacred Heart Middle School - is a private elementary school in Yankton, SD. Sacred Heart Middle School - serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Middle School - has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Sacred Heart Middle School - sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacred Heart Middle 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 Middle School - compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Yankton, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Middle School - (this school) | 7.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 | 5.8 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 | 5.9 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 | 7.6 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 | 7.1 |
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 SD.
Data Unavailable
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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 SD
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
509 CAPITOL ST, Yankton, SD 57078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Middle School - may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Crofton), with a comparable rating. Another option is Stewart Elementary - 05 (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Crofton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yankton, see our Yankton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Yankton High School - 01 Yankton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Yankton | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 11.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 11.4 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville | 11.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 11.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 11.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno | 16.5 mi | — |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 14.4 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 14.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 14.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CEDAR CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hartington | 18.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,395
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
20,547
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
13.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ipswich Elementary - 02 Ipswich, SD | 7.9 |
| Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05 Tea, SD | 7.9 |
| Arlington Elementary - 02 Arlington, SD | 8.0 |
| Webster Area Elementary - 03 Webster, SD | 8.0 |
| RONCALLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, SD | 7.8 |
| Platte - Geddes Elementary - 02 Platte, SD | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Middle School -
What grades does Sacred Heart Middle School - serve?
Sacred Heart Middle School - serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Middle School -?
Sacred Heart Middle School - has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Middle School -?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Middle School - is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Middle School - rank in SD?
Sacred Heart Middle School - ranks #8 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Sacred Heart Middle School -'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Middle School - has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Middle School - a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Middle 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 Middle School - a religious school?
Sacred Heart Middle School - has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Yankton County
- Phone
- (605) 665-1808
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