Sacred Heart Academy, founded by the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Roman Catholic tradition and committed to the expression of strong Christian values and intellectual growth, provides a challenging college preparatory education for young women.
The school is a community which promotes the growth of the whole person in a caring environment which encourages personal integrity, compassion, justice and a sense of responsibility to self, others and the needs of society.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,300
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: Oct. 26
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1946
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Campus Size
127 acres
Student Body
Total Students
354 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
19 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
40 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Oct. 26
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,300
Admissions Director
Elaine M. Lamboley
Admissions Associate
Jennifer Alexandro
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Excelsior
- School Mascot: Shark
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart Academy cost?
Sacred Heart Academy's tuition is approximately $12,300 for private students.
What is Sacred Heart Academy's ranking?
Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy is Oct. 26.
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