Sacred Heart Academy

Sacred Heart Academy

Private High School | Grade 9-12
265 Benham St,  Hamden, CT
4.4
4.8
398 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$19,500
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
57
Full Time Teachers
50
Part Time Teachers
7
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
570
Verbal
610
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
31
Reading
31
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
85%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
64.2%
Hispanic
13.9%
Black
9.6%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#8 Best All Girls Schools in Connecticut
#12 Best Catholic Schools in Connecticut
#30 Best HS For Athletes in Connecticut
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Connecticut 135 Students
Quinnipiac University 111 Students
Sacred Heart University 104 Students
Boston University 78 Students
Fairfield University 77 Students
Providence College 64 Students
Fordham University 58 Students
University of New Haven 53 Students
Southern Connecticut State University 50 Students
University of Rhode Island 45 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 60 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Biology 48 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 41 Students
Nursing 40 Students
Political Science and Government 32 Students
Pre-Law Studies 31 Students
English 19 Students
Health Professions 18 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 191 Reviews
5.0 Parent
7/27/2023
Excelsior is truly the motto, with each student being encouraged and supported to reach ever higher! Phenomenal preparation for the real world!!
4.0 Senior
7/20/2022
This school is very nice, the student are wonderful and the teachers are always helpful! I have enjoyed my school years here and will remember it fondly.
4.0 Junior
7/20/2022
I like the sense of community. I also really appreciate the teachers who actually care about the success of the students.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/17/2024
I went to SHA and now my daughter attends. Couldn't be happier with the education she is getting. She is challenged in all academic areas and will be beyond prepared for college. The environment that is created is what makes this school stand out. Highly recommend!
5.0 student
10/4/2012
This school is amazing! It is so personable and you always feel so loved and theres always a spot for you. The teachers are there to help you but also help you find your independence. The science program is incredible. The schools science labs blew me away with the whole intel thing and everything!...
5.0 student
10/4/2011
I am currently a freshman. All I can say is that i love this school. Sure there is a lot of homework but that is something I expected and is worth it. I easily made new friends since I am the only one from my school going here. In this school teachers care about you and you can be yourself in this s...
4.0 student
1/18/2011
I am currently a senior at SHA and overall I would have to say I love it here. The workload is very hard but it is worth it. I am applying to many colleges and universities that I never thought possible. The overall enviorment is good and the teachers are amazing!

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Sacred Heart Academy is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 265 Benham St in Hamden, in the Hamden neighborhood. Annual tuition is $19,500. The school has a total enrollment of 398 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Sacred Heart Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $395,475. Discover additional schools in the area, like Whitney Hall School, Lorraine D. Foster Day School, Cedarhurst School, and more. Learn more about what Hamden has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sacred Heart Academy.

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