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#518 of 883 private schools in TX
Sacred Heart School
Elementary School
545 E PEARL ST, La Grange, TX 78945
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#518 of 883
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Sacred Heart School
Elementary School in La Grange · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 La Grange, TX. Sacred Heart School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 84 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 8.1:1 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 the 3 public schools in La Grange, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in La Grange
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacred Heart School (this school) | 6.1 |
| LA GRANGE EL | 6.3 |
| LA GRANGE MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| LA GRANGE H S | 7.5 |
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
545 E PEARL ST, La Grange, TX 78945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacred Heart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEIMAR EL (rated 8.7/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Weimar), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROUND TOP-CARMINE EL (rated 8.7/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Round Top), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Weimar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Grange, see our La Grange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA GRANGE EL La Grange | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LA GRANGE MIDDLE La Grange | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| LA GRANGE H S La Grange | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF CENTRAL TEXAS Giddings | 10.3 mi | — |
| FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOLS Fayetteville | 11.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WEIMAR J H Weimar | 15.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WEIMAR H S Weimar | 15.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Weimar | 15.4 mi | 6.5 |
| WEIMAR EL Weimar | 15.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SCHULENBURG EL Schulenburg | 15.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SERBIN SCHOOL Giddings | 15.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SCHULENBURG SECONDARY Schulenburg | 15.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Schulenburg | 16.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ROUND TOP-CARMINE EL Round Top | 15.4 mi | 8.7 |
| LONE STAR H S SOUTHEAST Giddings | 17.8 mi | 4.0 |
| GIDDINGS EL Giddings | 18.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WHISPERING HILLS ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Flatonia | 17.8 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Giddings | 19.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SMITHVILLE EL Smithville | 17.7 mi | 6.3 |
| GIDDINGS H S Giddings | 20.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,221
Median Home Value
$299,500
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
10,459
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
49.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABIDING WORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston, TX | 6.1 |
| ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL Texarkana, TX | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg, TX | 6.1 |
| VERIBEST EL Veribest, TX | 6.1 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Palestine, TX | 6.0 |
| FT WORTH ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 6.0 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Sacred Heart School?
Sacred Heart School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacred Heart School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacred Heart School rank in TX?
Sacred Heart School ranks #518 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Sacred Heart School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacred Heart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Fayette County
- Phone
- (979) 968-3223
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