Holy Cross Academy

Holy Cross Academy is a vibrant Catholic community that offers an excellent academic and faith formation program for your student on a campus appropriate for his age and development.
We have an Early Childhood Center, K-2 campus, 3-5 campus, and a Middle School campus.
Our students come to us from 31 zip codes. Our model is unique and serves our students well!.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Cross Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
574 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Holy Cross Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
plaid skirt, khaki pants, collared polo shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Our mission is to provide the highest quality academic and faith formation program where each student develops spiritually, intellectually, and socially.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holy Cross Academy's ranking?
Holy Cross Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Academy?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $16,805 for elementary schools and $20,746 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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