Holy Cross Lutheran School has a tradition of excellence that dates back to 1849, preparing children from three year old preschool through eighth grade to succeed as future leaders in their church and their community.
Holy Cross is blessed with an extraordinary support staff of Christian professionals who love the Lord and His children.
Our teachers are specially called to provide moral, ethical, spiritual and academic guidance to our students.
Our school is also blessed to provide teacher aides in our three and four year old preschool to assist the preschool teacher.
Lutheran schools are known for their academic quality and for their ability to aid moral development.
Parents are proud of Holy Cross and are willing to entrust their children to the school for complete education.
They are religious schools which include daily teaching about religion and integrate religious beliefs into everything they teach.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1849
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Helping children grow in faith, knowledge, and service
- Holy Cross Lutheran School has a tradition of excellence that dates back to 1849, preparing children from three year old preschool through eighth grade to succeed as future leaders in their church and their community.
- Holy Cross is blessed with an extraordinary support staff of Christian professionals who love the Lord and His children.
- Our teachers are specially called to provide moral, ethical, spiritual and academic guidance to our students.
- Our school is also blessed to provide teacher aides in our three and four year old preschool to assist the preschool teacher.
- Lutheran schools are known for their academic quality and for their ability to aid moral development.
- Parents are proud of Holy Cross and are willing to entrust their children to the school for complete education.
- They are religious schools which include daily teaching about religion and integrate religious beliefs into everything they teach.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Holy Cross Lutheran School often compared to?
Holy Cross Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like Peace Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's ranking?
Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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