At a Glance
A Small Catholic Elementary in Residential Queens
Families deeply committed to Catholic education who value small class sizes, want a traditional academic environment, and live in or near Glendale. It's a strong fit for parents who prioritize faith formation and a quiet residential setting over diversity and transit convenience. Families should expect their child will likely continue Catholic education through middle and high school.
- Small scale — only 219 students across 6 grades means a tight-knit community
- 13:1 student-teacher ratio provides more individual attention than average
- Catholic identity is authentic and integrated, not just nominal
- Glendale offers a quieter, suburban-like setting rare in NYC
- The student body is not diverse — if exposure to varied backgrounds matters to you, look elsewhere
- Low transit accessibility means you'll need a car or rely on school transportation
- The school follows a traditional Catholic model — families seeking progressive or secular options won't find that here
- Glendale is somewhat isolated from the rest of Queens — commutes to other parts of the city can be long
- Moderate safety score means it's not the most secure neighborhood
This is a small, traditional Catholic elementary school where religious identity shapes daily life. With 219 students across pre-K through 5th grade, it's the kind of place where teachers know each child by name. The 13:1 ratio strikes a balance — small enough for personalization, but not so tiny that there's no peer community.
The student body is fairly homogeneous by NYC private school standards — about two-thirds white (67%) with a notable Hispanic population (26.5%). The diversity index of 0.53 places it below the city's average for private schools. Families here tend to share similar cultural backgrounds and, presumably, values around Catholic education. If you're looking for a racially diverse environment, this isn't it.
Glendale is a quiet, residential neighborhood in central Queens — think tree-lined streets, single-family homes, and a suburban feel within the city. It's not particularly walkable to much (transit score of 36 is low), so most families drive or rely on school buses. The safety score of 61 is moderate — generally fine, but not the most secure part of Queens. It's a blue-collar, working-class neighborhood with a strong sense of community.
This is a car-dependent neighborhood. The low transit score means families without a car will find getting to and from school challenging. School buses help, but expect a commute if you live elsewhere.
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What Parents Are Saying
Parents on GreatSchools and Niche describe the school as providing a rock solid education in a safe, secure environment that feels like home, with strong test scores compared to other schools
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Glendale.
- What grades does SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE serve?
- SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE?
- SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE public, charter, or private?
- SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE is a private school.
- What neighborhood is SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE in?
- SACRED HEART CATHOLIC-GLENDALE is in Glendale, Queens.
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