Holy Cross Catholic School
Holy Cross Catholic School was established in August 2009 with the consolidation of St. John and St. Mary Schools.
Grades PreK-5 We will provide your child with a high quality, academic education.
We will teach your child to be a leader.
We will strengthen your child's Christian values. We will provide your child with the feeling of fulfillment through service projects.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Students: 104 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
104 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
For tuition information visit defianceholycross.org
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,136
Admissions Director
School Principal
Admissions Associate
School Secretary
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Lighthouse Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir
Lighthouse Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir
School Notes
- St. John's Catholic School & St. Mary's Catholic School merged into one school and after a few years of the merger, the schools unified in one school building and rededicated Catholic education in Defiance County known as Holy Cross Catholic School.
- Our mission is Leading and Learning through Christ.
Source: Verified school update
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