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#99 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 35% of private schools
Sacred Heart Cathedral School
Elementary School
711 S NORTHSHORE DR, Knoxville, TN 37919
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#99 of 284
In Knoxville
#8 of 20
public schools
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Sacred Heart Cathedral School
Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bearden Elementary
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About Sacred Heart Cathedral School
Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Knoxville, TN. Sacred Heart Cathedral School serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Sacred Heart Cathedral 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 Cathedral School compares to 69 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Cathedral School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Bearden Elementary | 8.5 |
| Knox Adaptive Education Center | 5.5 |
| Rocky Hill Elementary | 8.1 |
| Sequoyah Elementary | 8.4 |
| Pond Gap Elementary | 5.4 |
| West Hills Elementary | 7.1 |
| Bearden Middle School | 5.6 |
| Mt Olive Elementary | 7.9 |
| West View Elementary | 5.6 |
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center | 7.8 |
| West Haven Elementary | 4.5 |
| Northwest Middle School | 4.6 |
| Ridgedale Alternative School | 3.2 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary | 6.1 |
| Maynard Elementary | 4.3 |
| Lonsdale Elementary | 6.6 |
| Emerald Academy | 6.9 |
| Beaumont Elementary/Magnet | 8.1 |
| Amherst Elementary School | 6.9 |
| West Valley Middle School | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 69 schools. View all schools in Knoxville
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
711 S NORTHSHORE DR, Knoxville, TN 37919
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Hill Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bearden Elementary Knoxville | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Rocky Hill Elementary Knoxville | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville | 1.7 mi | — |
| KNOXVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| GIVING TREE MONTESSORI Knoxville | 2.1 mi | — |
| Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| West High School Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| West Hills Elementary Knoxville | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bearden Middle School Knoxville | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST HILLS BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Knoxville | 2.6 mi | — |
| STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL - KNOXVILLE CAMPUS Knoxville | 2.7 mi | — |
| RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville | 3.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Bearden High School Knoxville | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville | 3.6 mi | — |
| West View Elementary Knoxville | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,863
Median Home Value
$453,000
Median Rent
$1,247/mo
Population
31,401
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adamsville Elementary Adamsville, TN | 6.8 |
| Bean Station Elementary Bean Station, TN | 6.8 |
| Bonny Kate Elementary Knoxville, TN | 6.8 |
| Carmel Elementary Clarksville, TN | 6.8 |
| Centerville Intermediate School Centerville, TN | 6.8 |
| Cromwell Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacred Heart Cathedral School
What grades does Sacred Heart Cathedral School serve?
Sacred Heart Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart Cathedral School?
Sacred Heart Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart Cathedral School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart Cathedral School rank in TN?
Sacred Heart Cathedral School ranks #99 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Sacred Heart Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, Sacred Heart Cathedral 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 Cathedral School a religious school?
Sacred Heart Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (865) 588-0415
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