School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
List of Courses Offered
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Catholic tuition rate is $8,820. Financial aid is available.
Admissions Director
Nicole Livelli
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Beta ClubChess
Culinary ArtsFilm
GardeningImprov
Junior RotariansKnitting
Leadership UniversityMayor's Youth Council
National Honor SocietyStudent Government Association
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
DanceMusical Theatre
TheatreVisual Art
School Notes
- Founded in 2004, is a vibrant Catholic liberal arts academy with a strong college preparatory curriculum, located in Jackson, Tennessee.
- Welcoming students of all faiths, our mission is to educate outstanding young men and women through the principles of religion, reason, and loving kindness.
- Come join the fastest-growing private high school in Madison County, and be part of our success story!.
- We are a family. We take pride in creating and maintaining a sense of familial unity throughout all four years of a child's high school education. At Sacred Heart, we are a diverse community of joyful and confident students who love to learn and who are nurtured by a faculty fully committed to their mission of teaching.
- Founded in 2004 and rapidly growing,Sacred Heart of Jesus High Schoolis accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), and is a member of both the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association of ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Catholic Independent Schools (NAPCIS).Our continuous growthis due to the dedication and superior training of our faculty, our low student to teacher ratio, and the welcoming and inclusive nature of our student community. As a top private school, Sacred Heart offers excellent academics including regular, honors, and AP courses, as well as the opportunity to earn dual enrollment credits. Our graduates have a 100% college acceptance rate and exceed the national, state, and local averages on the ACT. SHJ students have been admitted to a wide range of colleges, including local and state schools, as well as nationally ranked and Ivy League universities.
- We understandthe financial struggles facing families today. Sacred Heart has the lowest tuition rate of any private high school in Jackson, and also offers financial aid. Our mission as a collegiate preparatory school is to help our students find opportunities to graduate from college debt-free. For many families, one long-term reward of investing in a Sacred Heart education is the continuous assistance our students receive to find college scholarship dollars. The 35-member Class of 2022accepted over five million dollarsin college scholarships. The potential benefits of debt-free higher education can far outweigh the cost of attending Sacred Heart.
- :While academics are the heart of the Heart, the arts are integral to the Sacred Heart experience. Because SHJ offers instrumental and choral music, dance, theatre, and visual arts, there is something for everyone! Students are encouraged to participate in many extra-curricular activities and are also offered arts electives during the school day. We have students who participate in band, choir, dance, soccer, cheer, and theatre - all in the same semester! Our arts students consistently win college scholarships in many different areas. Come be a part of something great - the creation of art at the Heart!
- :Dedicated to educate the whole child (mind, body, and soul), Sacred Heart offers a top-notch Varsity athletics program to help accomplish this goal. We offerFall Sports(Golf, Cross Country, Football, Football Cheer, Volleyball, and Ladies' Soccer) andWinter/Spring Sports(Men's Basketball, Ladies' Basketball, Basketball Cheer, Men's Soccer, Baseball, and Softball).Our teams have won national and district championships, and accept all students for participation. The class of 2022 had 5 athletes recruited to D1 and D2 schools. In addition, our athletes are encouraged to take part in other extra-curricular activities such as performing arts. At Sacred Heart of Jesus High School we know that the principles needed to be successful in athletics can be also applied to the spiritual life. Strength, determination, perseverance, and fortitude are all attributes of a Knight. To learn more about our athletic programs, contact us today!
- Clubs at SHJ:We offer clubs every Wednesday. Clubs include Chess, Culinary Arts, Gardening, Knitting, Art, Spanish, Improv, Film, and more!
- Academic and Community Organizations:Sacred Heart students have the opportunity to join many different organizations including Beta Club, National Honor Society, Junior Rotarians, Leadership University, Mayor's Youth Council, and Student Government Association. Students also apply and are accepted to such programs as Governor's School, local internships, Girls' State, and more.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sacred Heart of Jesus High School cost?
Sacred Heart of Jesus High School's tuition is approximately $9,135 for private students.
What sports does Sacred Heart of Jesus High School offer?
Sacred Heart of Jesus High School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Sacred Heart of Jesus High School?
The application deadline for Sacred Heart of Jesus High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Sacred Heart of Jesus High School is University School Of Jackson (0.5 miles away)
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Avg. class size: 20 students
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(731) 410-8230
Distance: 2.5 mi
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Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 10
Church of Christ
832 Country Club Lane
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-4605
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
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1665 Hwy 45 By Pass
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-2525
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,071 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 18
232 McClellan Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 664-0812
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5
1171 Old Humboldt Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 660-6822
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11
Christian
10 Windy City Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 410-8230
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 871 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 10
Church of Christ
832 Country Club Lane
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-4605
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 32 students
49 Old Hickory Blvd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 688-5880
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,071 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 18
232 McClellan Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 664-0812
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5
1171 Old Humboldt Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 660-6822
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11
Christian
10 Windy City Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 410-8230
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 871 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 10
Church of Christ
832 Country Club Lane
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-4605
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
1665 Hwy 45 By Pass
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-2525
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,071 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 18
232 McClellan Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 664-0812
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 5
1171 Old Humboldt Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 660-6822
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11
Christian
10 Windy City Rd
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 410-8230
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 871 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 10
Church of Christ
832 Country Club Lane
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 300-4605
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
1665 Hwy 45 By Pass
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-2525
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(731) 656-2244
Maury City, TN 38050
(731) 656-2244
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Alamo, TN 38001
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497 North Cavalier Dr
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(731) 696-5583
Alamo, TN 38001
(731) 696-5583
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84 State Route 188
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