Holy Child Catholic School

Holy Child School is the consolidated Catholic elementary school in Arnold sponsored by Immaculate Conception, St. John and St. David's Parishes.
Grades K-8 are at the Immaculate Conception campus. The school offers a full curriculum of quality education in the Catholic tradition, cooperating with parents so that each student may reach his or her full potential.
The primary goal of the school is to instill the Gospel values of the sacredness of each human life and a commitment of service to the community.
The Holy Child School Board is an advisory board to the pastors and principal of Holy Child School.
Members are expected to consider, evaluate and make recommendations regarding all long and short-term goals and achievements of Holy Child School.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
271 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Holy Child Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Holy Child School is the consolidated Catholic elementary school in Arnold sponsored by Immaculate Conception, St. John and St. David's Parishes. Grades K-8 are at the Immaculate Conception campus. The school offers a full curriculum of quality education in the Catholic tradition, cooperating with parents so that each student may reach his or her full potential. The primary goal of the school is to instill the Gospel values of the sacredness of each human life and a commitment of service to the community. The Holy Child School Board is an advisory board to the pastors and principal of Holy Child School. Members are expected to consider, evaluate and make recommendations regarding all long and short-term goals and achievements of Holy Child School.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Holy Child Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Holy Child Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Child Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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