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#40 of 56 private schools in SD
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
1500 SAINT BENEDICT DR # 200, Yankton, SD 57078
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#40 of 56
In Yankton
#2 of 3
public schools
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Sacred Heart 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 School
Sacred Heart School is a private elementary school in Yankton, SD. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
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.
Sacred Heart School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sacred Heart School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Yankton, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 | 7.1 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 | 5.8 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 | 5.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 | 3.8 |
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.
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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
1500 SAINT BENEDICT DR # 200, Yankton, SD 57078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Crofton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewart Elementary - 05 (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yankton, see our Yankton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yankton High School - 01 Yankton | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MISSOURI VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yankton | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Stewart Elementary - 05 Yankton | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 04 Yankton | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Beadle Elementary - 03 Yankton | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART MIDDLE SCHOOL - Yankton | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| CROFTON HIGH SCHOOL Crofton | 12.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CROFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 12.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crofton | 13.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Jamesville Colony Elementary - 03 Menno | 13.9 mi | — |
| Gayville-Volin High School - 01 Gayville | 12.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Gayville-Volin Elementary - 02 Gayville | 12.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Gayville-Volin Middle School - 03 Gayville | 12.5 mi | 3.8 |
| EAST AND WEST CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartington | 15.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Hutterische Colony Elementary - 18 Tabor | 14.9 mi | 4.4 |
| WYNOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wynot | 16.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNOT HIGH SCHOOL Wynot | 16.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WYNOT MIDDLE SCHOOL Wynot | 16.9 mi | 4.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Woonsocket Elementary - 03 Woonsocket, SD | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown, SD | 5.4 |
| Beresford Elementary - 02 Beresford, SD | 5.3 |
| Clark Elementary - 02 Clark, SD | 5.7 |
| Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 North Sioux City, SD | 5.7 |
| Renberg Elementary - 42 Renner, SD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart School
What grades does Sacred Heart School serve?
Sacred Heart School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart School rank in SD?
Sacred Heart School ranks #40 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yankton County
- Phone
- (605) 665-5841
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