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Sacred Heart Elementary School (Closed 2006)

30 North Essex Street
Dover, NJ 07801
Sacred Heart School is a Pre K-3 through Grade Eight Roman Catholic Elementary School.
Sacred Heart School was founded in 1923 and continues to be sponsored by Sacred Heart Parish.
Our school provides a child-centered environment and offers a strong academic program that includes a strong Sacramental preparation, moral development, and furthers the teaching mission of the Church.
Our mission is to partner with parents, parishioners, and the community in helping elementary students build spiritual and academic lives based on Christian values in a supportive multi-cultural environment characterized by faith, community, academic excellence, and service.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
144 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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