At a Glance
A Small Catholic Elementary School Where Every Child Is Known by Name
Families seeking a small, intimate Catholic elementary education in a diverse Bronx neighborhood. Ideal for parents who want their children known as individuals rather than anonymous students, and who value community roots, faith-based formation, and personal attention over scale and prestige. Works well for families who live in or near Highbridge and want neighborhood-based schooling.
- Remarkably small size with only 176 students across pre-K through 5th grade
- 9:1 student-teacher ratio — teachers truly know each child
- Very diverse student body (0.84 diversity index) reflecting the neighborhood's character
- Traditional Catholic elementary education with Sacred Heart values
- Coeducational environment through all grades
- Elementary focus means age-appropriate programming and environment
- Religious affiliation means Catholic identity is woven into the school day — families should be comfortable with this
- As an elementary-only school, you'll need to plan for middle school transition after 5th grade
- Private tuition applies — Catholic school tuition is typically more affordable than secular private schools but still represents a significant commitment
- Small enrollment means limited extracurricular offerings compared to larger schools
- Neighborhood has faced economic challenges — families should visit to see if the area meets their expectations
This is a small, traditional Catholic elementary school with a strong sense of community and personal attention. The Roman Catholic identity shapes daily life through prayer, service, and moral formation, but the school welcomes families of all backgrounds who value a values-based education.
With a diversity index of 0.84, this is one of the more diverse elementary school communities in the city. The student body is 38% white, 30% Hispanic, 13% Black, 11% Asian, and 9% multiracial — a true mosaic that reflects the Highbridge neighborhood itself. Families here tend to value community, faith, and personal connection over competitive academic pressure.
Highbridge sits in the central Bronx, a working-class community with deep roots. It's a neighborhood of two- and three-family homes, local shops, and a strong sense of identity. The area has seen ongoing development and revitalization while maintaining its neighborhood feel. Families here typically value schools that serve as community anchors.
The school sits in a residential area of Highbridge. Most families walk or drive, and the school's small scale makes it accessible for families who want their elementary-age children in a neighborhood setting rather than a large institutional campus.
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What Parents Are Saying
Limited reviews available; GreatSchools shows 3.0 rating from 5 reviews for the Bronx location
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is SACRED HEART SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for SACRED HEART SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Highbridge.
- What grades does SACRED HEART SCHOOL serve?
- SACRED HEART SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into SACRED HEART SCHOOL?
- SACRED HEART SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is SACRED HEART SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- SACRED HEART SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is SACRED HEART SCHOOL in?
- SACRED HEART SCHOOL is in Highbridge, Bronx.
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