Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,100
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Holy Cross Catholic School
About the School
- Holy Cross Catholic School in Santa Cruz, NM serves 69 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 10 teachers supporting the enrollment.
- Founded in 1946, Holy Cross Catholic School has a Catholic religious affiliation and participates in the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
- Annual tuition is $4,100, with 30% of students receiving financial aid averaging $500 per grant.
- The student body is comprised of 91% students of color, reflecting notable diversity within the school community.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked NM School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,100
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Kindergarten is the largest grade at Holy Cross Catholic School, with 14 students.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average ACT score
18
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
navy slacks and polo shirt, except for mass
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
new preK students, without siblings at Holy Cross currently, $4,300
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Bring birth certificate, baptismal certificate and shot records with you for the interview. Interview with student and parents required before admittance. Registration fee $300 and families required to sell $400 in raffel tickets
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Cross Catholic School cost?
Holy Cross Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,100 for private students.
What schools are Holy Cross Catholic School often compared to?
Holy Cross Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Santo Niño Regional Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Holy Cross Catholic School offer?
Holy Cross Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cheering.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Mexico for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
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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