Sacred Heart School is a Catholic parish school in Glendale Queens, New York.
We are an Early Childhood through Grade 8 school. Our mission is to motivate, educate, and empower academically, spiritually and socially the students of Sacred Heart School for the challenges of tomorrow with the support of the Sacred Heart community.
We work to provide a caring atmosphere where our students can develop self-esteem and resiliency.
Recognizing that each person is unique and possesses special abilities and interests that must be recognized and developed, we encourage the children to explore and use their gifts and talents to not only help them to reach their goals, but to better the world.
While we maintain a strong academic program, we recognize our responsibility to enhance each child's relationship with God and to instill a sense of social conscience into our students.
We acknowledge that each child is unique and has the right to succeed.
We labor to provide an environment that provides for the spiritual, emotional, academic and physical development of the child.
We challenge each youngster to realize his or her fullest spiritual and academic potential.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
350 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sacred Heart School is a Catholic parish school in Glendale Queens, New York. We are an Early Childhood through Grade 8 school. Our mission is to motivate, educate, and empower academically, spiritually and socially the students of Sacred Heart School for the challenges of tomorrow with the support of the Sacred Heart community. We work to provide a caring atmosphere where our students can develop self-esteem and resiliency. Recognizing that each person is unique and possesses special abilities and interests that must be recognized and developed, we encourage the children to explore and use their gifts and talents to not only help them to reach their goals, but to better the world. While we maintain a strong academic program, we recognize our responsibility to enhance each child's relationship with God and to instill a sense of social conscience into our students. We acknowledge that each child is unique and has the right to succeed. We labor to provide an environment that provides for the spiritual, emotional, academic and physical development of the child. We challenge each youngster to realize his or her fullest spiritual and academic potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacred Heart Catholic Academy's ranking?
Sacred Heart Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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