Stemming from connections to Christian Brothers at the LaSalle Institute in the township of Glencoe (now Wildwood), the Sacred Heart parish was formally founded in 1889. "Harmony, charity and love for the Eucharist" is the parish's motto.
Sacred Heart Athletic Association parishioners volunteer as coaches for the church's basketball and volleyball teams. Other activities include a gardening club and quilting group.
The parish has operated a parochial school since 1948. For children who attend public schools, this church offers a Parish School of Religion (PSR).
Pond Elementary received the Promising Practices award for its use of the Caring Schools Community program during the 2008 - 2009 school year. It was also recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for its students being ranked in the Top 10 in the Missouri Assessment and Planning (MAP) program. It also met the Adequate Yearly Progress standards for all student groups in the 2009 MAP program. In addition, Pond Elementary is a National Blue Ribbon award winner from the U.S. Department of Education for excellence in education, and it received the Missouri Gold Star award on several occasions.
Bayless Elementary is located on Weber Road next to the other schools of the Bayless district — allowing access to larger facilities and resources from neighboring schools. Students come from Affton and Lemay and represent a diverse mix of ethnic and linguistic backgrounds.