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#47 of 54 private schools in VT
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales
Elementary School
307 SCHOOL ST, Bennington, VT 05201
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#47 of 54
In Bennington
#2 of 2
public schools
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The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales
Elementary School in Bennington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales is a private elementary school in Bennington, VT. The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales 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.
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales 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 The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Bennington, VT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales (this school) | 5.1 |
| Bennington Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Monument Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Molly Stark School | 5.5 |
| Mt. Anthony Union Middle School | 3.7 |
| Woodford Hollow School | — |
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 VT.
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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 VT
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
307 SCHOOL ST, Bennington, VT 05201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shaftsbury Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Shaftsbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby North Bennington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williamstown Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bennington, see our Bennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bennington Elementary School Bennington | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Anthony Senior Union High School Bennington | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bennington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Monument Elementary School Bennington | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Molly Stark School Bennington | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Anthony Union Middle School Bennington | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GREEN MT MENNONITE SCHOOL Bennington | 3.5 mi | — |
| HILAND HALL SCHOOL, INC. Bennington | 3.6 mi | — |
| Woodford Hollow School Bennington | 3.0 mi | — |
| Shaftsbury Elementary School Shaftsbury | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON North Bennington | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTHSHIRE COMMUNITY SCHOOL North Bennington | 4.3 mi | — |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HOOSAC SCHOOL Hoosick | 7.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HOOSICK FALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hoosick Falls | 8.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HOOSICK FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hoosick Falls | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| HOOSICK FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hoosick Falls | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Williamstown Elementary Williamstown | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown | 12.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Stamford Elementary School Stramford | 10.9 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,428
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
45.6
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|---|---|
| Alburgh Community Education Center Alburgh, VT | 5.1 |
| Millers Run School Sheffield, VT | 5.1 |
| Wolcott Elementary School Wolcott, VT | 5.1 |
| Samuel Morey Elementary School Fairlee, VT | 5.0 |
| UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee, VT | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales
What grades does The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales serve?
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales?
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales?
The student-teacher ratio at The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales rank in VT?
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales ranks #47 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales's MySchoolScout rating?
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales a private school?
Yes, The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales 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 The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales a religious school?
The School of Sacred Heart St Francis De Sales has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bennington County
- Phone
- (802) 442-2446
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