A caring learning environment for boys and girls from birth to age 4
Offering a developmental approach to learning for girls and boys, PreK-Grade 1
Hands-on learning and instruction for girls and boys, Grades 2-4
Designed to answer the developmental needs of young women, Grades 5-8
Addressing the unique needs of young men, Grades 5-8
Strong, college preparatory curriculum for young women, Grades 9-12
Academy of the Sacred Heart was again named the #1 Catholic K-12 School and #1 Catholic High School in Michigan by Niche in its 2027 rankings. It ranks #13 among Catholic K-12 schools nationally, earned a fourth consecutive A+ grade, and climbed 207 spots in the national private school rankings. With 100% of graduates attending four-year colleges and record 4.91/5 satisfaction, we’re just getting started.
We're excited to begin a new school year at Sacred Heart with tremendous momentum and our highest overall enrollment in 10 years. Together, our students, families, faculty, staff, and alums are carrying our mission forward and Building the Future for generations to come. 💙💛
Join us at Copper Hills Golf Club on Monday, October 5, for a great day of golf and Sacred Heart spirit in support of our student-athletes. Hosted by the Sacred Heart Booster Club, the outing includes contests, a 50/50 raffle, happy hour and dinner. All are welcome: parents, alums, friends, coworkers, clients and family members. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Register now!
We look forward to welcoming our Sacred Heart community back for Welcome Back Day on Tuesday, August 25, as we begin another exciting school year together. In the meantime, please review the 2026–2027 Important Dates Calendar to help your family plan for the year ahead. Please note that the first day of school is Monday, August 31, which falls before Labor Day this year.
175 YearsEducating leaders in metro Detroit
Michigan's #1 Catholic SchoolRanked #1 for both High School and K–12 by Niche, 2027
2.5x National AverageSeniors accepted into the most selective colleges
60 Hours of ServiceOn average, performed yearly by each Upper School student
Low 12:1 Student-to-Teacher RatioEnsuring each child is well-known
100% Involvement in Experiential LearningUpper School students engaged in real-world learning
>80% Athletics ParticipationAthletics participation is more than double the national average
200 Sacred Heart SchoolsProviding worldwide connections
28 Acre CampusAccomodates outdoor and indoor hands-on learning
A Customized School Day for Elite Athletes, Musicians, Artists, Performers, Competitors & Beyond
Balance elite training with rigorous academics
Stay connected to Sacred Heart's community
Annual training built into the school day
Grades 5-8 (Boys & Girls) • Grade 9 (Girls) • Now Enrolling for 27-28
"Wake up with gratitude. Help others, extending beyond your own needs; it's what we are taught at Sacred Heart. Embrace fear, challenge, and success. Dream big."
Bonnie's Speech to Graduates
Academy of the Sacred Heart lifer Karl Kauffmann pitched his first MLB game as a member of the Colorado Rockies in 2023. As a pitcher at the University of Michigan, he broke a school record with 130 innings pitched in one season.
"Know yourself. Know what you believe in. Don't lose your values. Be true to yourself."
These are Crystal's words from her inspiring address to the Class of 2021 during their graduation ceremony. Amen!
"John has a gift for connecting with patients and families," a supporter of John's work said.
John started a company to bring bedside LEGO play and STEAM education to patients in hospitals, including many young children.
"The mission of Sacred Heart education that we hear all throughout our time in school never really leaves us; it becomes part of us and our everyday life. I was prepared spiritually, mentally, and academically for each stage of my education."
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