The Catholic School Where Every Child Is Known
8:1 student-teacher ratio. Small classes by design. Serving Greater St. Louis families from our St. Charles campus since 1818.
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St. Charles, MO
The Catholic School Where Every Child Is Known
8:1 student-teacher ratio. Small classes by design. Serving Greater St. Louis families from our St. Charles campus since 1818.
8:1
Student:Teacher ratio
100%
Accepted to Top-Choice High Schools
206
Years of Sacred Heart Education
Learn More About The Academy
Tell us a little about your family, and we will be in touch.
A historic campus, founded 1818.
Small classes. Real connection.
Science labs and a makerspace.
Confident, courageous leaders
"Environment he needed"
Our son has had to move twice in two years, and it has been difficult on him. Academy of the Sacred Heart offered the warmth, academic challenge, Catholic values, and environment he needed, and he is now flourishing.
- Current Parent
America's First Sacred Heart School
Founded in 1818 by St. Philippine Duchesne. Part of a global network of 150+ Sacred Heart schools.
Classes of 12 to 14 Students
Small by design. Your child is seen, known, and supported every single day.
French and Spanish Programs
Dual-language instruction starting in early childhood. A global perspective from day one.
Start as Early as Age 3
Little Acorns (age 3) through 8th grade. One school for your child's entire foundation.
Meet Alexandra Sanchez Little
Alexandra is the Academy's Admissions Director and an Academy parent herself. She would love to share what makes Sacred Heart special for your family. Request information above, or give her a call directly.
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Questions Families Ask
Q: Where is the Academy located?
Academy of the Sacred Heart is located at 619 North Second Street in St. Charles, Missouri. We're about 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis and draw families from across the Greater St. Louis metro area, including St. Charles County, West St. Louis County, and surrounding communities.
Q: What grades do you serve?
We serve students from age 3 (our Little Acorns program) through 8th grade. This means your child can build a continuous foundation at one school for up to 12 years before heading to high school.
Q: Is tuition assistance available?
Yes. Approximately 40% of Academy families receive some form of tuition assistance. We work with families individually to make a Sacred Heart education accessible. Fill out the form above and we can walk you through the options.
Q: Can we visit the campus?
Absolutely. We offer both scheduled tours and open house events throughout the year. Alexandra Sanchez Little, our Director of Admissions, personally welcomes prospective families. Request information above and we will help you find a time that works.
Q: What happens after my child graduates 8th grade?
100% of Academy graduates are accepted to their top-choice high schools. Our graduates consistently earn placement in advanced and honors courses, and high school faculty regularly recognize Academy students for their preparation, leadership, and character.