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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 (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 114 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:

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

Student Body

Total Students
114 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Holy Cross Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
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

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Holy Cross Catholic School offer?
Holy Cross Catholic School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 114 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Ohio is $7,401 for elementary schools and $11,040 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ohio is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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