Sacred Heart Academy (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

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480 S Bryn Mawr Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Tel: (610) 527-3915

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Sacred Heart Academy Photo #1 - Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls PreK-12, founded in 1865 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Known as SHA, the private girls' school is located in PA outside of Philadelphia with elementary, middle and upper school divisions located on one campus.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #2 - Sacred Heart Academy is built on a tradition of excellence. The school community celebrates over 60 special traditions or events together, building a strong foundation for culture and climate among students of all grade levels. After graduation, Sacred Heart students join a worldwide (50K+) community of alumnae and alumni around the world.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #3 - A Sacred Heart Education allows a girl to express herself freely and to develop her own interests. She graduates with a self-confidence that grows from lively, informed discussions in an all-girls classroom, numerous opportunities to take the lead, and involvement in sports, theater and clubs.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #4 - An empowering all-girls environment with over 150 years of experience educating curious young women who blossom into creative, confident and open-minded leaders.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #5 - The school educates to five Goals and their Criteria. Capturing the essence of a Sacred Heart education, the Goals and Criteria embody pedagogical principles that have endured while the context of the world within which they operate has changed.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #6 - We are part of something larger. Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr is a proud member of an international Network of Sacred Heart schools, spanning more than 150 schools worldwide and offering students opportunities to participate in global exchange experiences.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #7 - In a small-by-design academic and religiously diverse community, Sacred Heart Academy focuses on spiritual values and the individual student as she becomes a young woman of confidence and advocates for herself.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #8 - Challenging & loving community promotes joyful learning, self-expression & confidence.

Sacred Heart Academy Photo #9 - An education that will help your daughter find her passion, her voice, and her brave heart.

Established in 1865, Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr (SHA) is an independent, all-girls, K-12, Catholic school on the Main Line. SHA is a proud member of the International . Accreditation and Associations Fully accredited with the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Membership with our domestic and international Network of Sacred Heart Schools

Top Independent School - Philadelphia Business Journal Membership with Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 173 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,200
Acceptance rate: 49%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Top Rankings

Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Other

Year Founded

1865

Colors

White, Black, Red

Student Body

Total Students

173 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

8 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

7 courses

List of Courses Offered

AP/Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Comparative GovernmentAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP Modern World History

AP US HistoryEntreX Lab with University of Delaware

Honors Courses offered in all disciplines 9-12Honors Organic Chemistry

Villanova Dual Enrollment

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,200

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Tuition Notes

Upper School (9-12) $26,200 Middle School (5-8) $21,250 Lower School (1-4) $18,100 Kindergarten $12,500 Preschool 3 & 4 $10,000

Acceptance Rate

49%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Michele Jeffries

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

25 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubsChez Nous Literary Club

Community ServiceDrama Club

Girls in ScienceGuitar Lessons

Knitting ClubLiterary Magazine

MathletesModel United Nations

Multicultural ClubNational Honor Society

Piano LessonsPublic Speaking

Science BowlScience Club

STEM ActivitiesStudent Government

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirEnsemble

Guitar ClubPiano Lab

Spring MusicalUkulele Club

School Notes

School Motto: Where Every Girl Is Known
School Mascot: Lion

Founded in 1865 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Sacred Heart has a strong tradition of excellence in education as envisioned by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat.
Sacred Heart Academy, known as SHA, is part of a national network of 24 independent schools located in the US and Canada that share a common heritage and vision.
There are more than 140 Sacred Heart schools around the world providing an international campus for our students at Bryn Mawr through exchange programs, summer workshops, service opportunities, and use of the Sofie Network.
For more than 150 years in Philadelphia, the goals of Sacred Heart`s educational program have remained the same: to produce self-confident women, to provide a challenging intellectual education, to develop a love of God, and to create a desire to help others.
A holistic approach to learning seeks to respond to the academic, athletic, aesthetic, spiritual, social, and emotional needs of each girl with a curriculum that is well-grounded in basic and specialized courses.
Sacred Heart is a Catholic school with a tradition of ecumenism, welcoming the enrichment that students and faculty of all faiths offer. By its religious education program, the school seeks to foster open-mindedness and reverence for differences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sacred Heart Academy cost?

Sacred Heart Academy's tuition is approximately $26,200 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Academy?

The acceptance rate of Sacred Heart Academy is 49%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Sacred Heart Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Sacred Heart Academy offer?

Sacred Heart Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Sacred Heart Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.

What is Sacred Heart Academy's ranking?

Sacred Heart Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy?

The application deadline for Sacred Heart Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 2/7/2026

An amazing school! Everyone there truly cares about you as a student, whether it's other students, teachers, staff, or coaches. Everyone knows who you are and how they can help. They have your best interests at heart. They are able to personalize lessons and learn your strengths to help you become a stronger student. This school set me up for a great future, and I am so grateful!

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