Assumption High School vs. Sacred Heart Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
Overview
Assumption High School was founded in 1955 by the Sisters of Mercy.
We educate the whole person in a caring, Christian environment.
We offer programs to young women with a wide range of abilities, talents, and needs.
We make sure that our young women learn and grow and feel good about themselves.
We provide financial assistance to families demonstrating economic need by reaching out to the poor and minorities in the community.
Assumption High School enjoys a tradition of academic excellence and development of Christian leaders who are committed to the values of compassion toward all and service to those in need.
Founded in 1877, Sacred Heart Academy is a Catholic, Ursuline, college preparatory, all-girls high school committed to the core values of reverence, service, leadership and community. Sacred Heart offers an educational experience unmatched in Louisville: International Baccalaureate global curriculum and accountability
College-level courses, including IB, AP and DC Formal leadership development for all students through the Jean Frazier Leadership Institute
Faith formation grounded in the Ursuline heritage, service outreach, and retreat opportunities
Holistic student support from academic advisors and student wellness team
Nationally ranked athletics Full-scale visual and performing arts programs with travel opportunities Commitment to student life and building community
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Blue Ribbon School
Yes
Yes
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Yes
Year Founded
1955
1877
Students Body
Total Students
874 students
774 students
Student Body Type
All-girls
All-girls
% Students of Color
8%
17%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 9 Students
209
214
Grade 10 Students
215
187
Grade 11 Students
203
167
Grade 12 Students
247
206
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
73 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
85%
Average Class Size
n/a
18
Number of AP Classes
21
45
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:11
Average ACT score
n/a
26
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$16,454
% on Financial Aid
n/a
30%
Admissions Director
n/a
Nicole Burke
Admissions Associate
n/a
Stephanie Williams
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
17
Sports
n/a