St. Dominic Savio School strives to build a spiritual and academic foundation for the students of our parish school.
As a vital part of the Church, we challenge our students to become life-long learners as part of a Christ-centered community.
The purpose of St. Dominic Savio Catholic School is to know and follow Jesus Christ, the center and focus of our parish community.
Fostered by the Eucharist, we are dedicated to being spiritual companions who proclaim the Gospel message.
We recognize parents as the first and foremost catechists of their children.
Together, we work to develop the individual - spiritually, morally, intellectually, aesthetically, emotionally, socially and physically.
We are committed to meeting the needs of students who require accommodations and can be successful in a traditional school setting.
We pledge ourselves to the ideals of peace and justice by developing a sense of compassion for those in need. We respond to Jesus Christ through serving others.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Cross Acadmey ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
560 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
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.
- St. Dominic Savio School strives to build a spiritual and academic foundation for the students of our parish school.
- As a vital part of the Church, we challenge our students to become life-long learners as part of a Christ-centered community.
- The purpose of St. Dominic Savio Catholic School is to know and follow Jesus Christ, the center and focus of our parish community.
- Fostered by the Eucharist, we are dedicated to being spiritual companions who proclaim the Gospel message.
- We recognize parents as the first and foremost catechists of their children.
- Together, we work to develop the individual - spiritually, morally, intellectually, aesthetically, emotionally, socially and physically.
- We are committed to meeting the needs of students who require accommodations and can be successful in a traditional school setting.
- We pledge ourselves to the ideals of peace and justice by developing a sense of compassion for those in need.
- We respond to Jesus Christ through serving others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Cross Acadmey's ranking?
Holy Cross Acadmey ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Acadmey?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Acadmey is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Holy Cross Acadmey is Dept Of Special Education (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Raphael The Archangel School (1.0 miles away)
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Miles
Grades
Students
Dept Of Special Education
Special Education School (Catholic)
Grades: 1-12 | 20 students 1 miles 20 Archbishop May Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 792-7300
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 792-7300
1
1-12
20
Grades: 1-12 | 712 students 1 miles 7253 Watson Rd PMB #2067
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 432-7534
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 432-7534
1
1-12
712
St. Raphael The Archangel School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 236 students 1 miles 6000 Jamieson Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-9474
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-9474
1
PK-8
236
Grades: PK-8 | 205 students 1.2 miles 5025 Lakewood Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 353-9242
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 353-9242
1.2
PK-8
205
Word Of Life Lutheran
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-8 | 164 students 1.2 miles 6535 Eichelberger St
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 832-1244
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 832-1244
1.2
PK-8
164
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