Holy Cross School
Tel:
(301) 949-0053
- Holy Cross School is a parochial school within the Archdiocese of Washington.
- Holy Cross School is a faith-centered community committed to thinking and learning in a manner that encourages intellectual growth, nurtures faith and inspires action. We endeavor to empower our students to meet the intellectual, social and ethical challenges they will encounter while living in a technology-based global society.
- We champion superior standards of academic excellence and we pledge ourselves to teach an integrated curriculum rooted in Gospel values.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 181 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,492
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia, Language-based, Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1961 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 181 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 44% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,492 |
| Tuition Notes | Non-Catholic - $9,834 Pre-K - Full Day - $9,680 / $10,153 Pre-K - Half Day - $6,127 / $6,578 |
School Notes
Holy Cross School has an internationally diverse co-ed student body
in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. The school is fully
accredited by the Middle States Association of Elementary Schools
and is a National Blue Ribbon School award winner. In addition,
Holy Cross holds membership in the National Catholic Education
Association, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum
Development, and the International Society for Technology in
Education.Holy Cross School strives to empower each child to
develop a healthy self-image and strong character within a
nurturing Christian environment.
The Holy Cross Advantage
Special Activities and Community Service
The Holy Cross Advantage
- Intimate setting one class per grade
- Teacher-student ratio of 1:13
- Experienced and dedicated faculty
- Half-day or full-day options for Pre-K
- Full-day Kindergarten program
- Accelerated program
- Rigorous High School preparation focus in Middle School
- Enriched curriculum including Spanish, Music, Art, Technology and Physical Education
- Innovative classroom technology and state-of-the-art computer lab
- New multi-purpose gym, cafeteria and auditorium
- Nine-acre campus with a soccer field and fully equipped playground
- Central location minutes from the DC Beltway, Grosvenor Metro station and Garrett Park MARC station
- Involved parent community
- Hot lunch program
- Flexible before and after school care program
- Extra-curricular activities including athletics, fine arts, civic and academic endeavors
Special Activities and Community Service
- CYO Sports
- Walk for the Homeless
- Thanksgiving Food Drive
- Christmas Giving Tree
- National Geography Bee
- National Spelling Bee
- Science Fair and Invention Convention
- Holy Cross Youth Group
- Yearbook Committee
- Student Government
- Buddy Program
- School Choir
- Christmas Musical Program
- Spring Musical Program
- School Band
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School Reviews
| 5 Both of my children attended Holy Cross School from PreK through 8th Grade and are currently in private high school. Holy Cross has challenging academics in a safe, warm and nurturing environment. Teachers work hard to partner with parents to achieve the best for each student. Any concerns I brought forward were addressed immediately and to our satisfaction. My kids had a great experience, we loved the involved parent community and the faith based values. Holy Cross School was a great investment for our family! - Posted by Parent - CAM |
| 5 Our children have been attending Holy Cross School for five years. We are very satisfied with the quality of the education they are receiving. We feel that our children are being challenged academically while being exposed to weekly centered based studies including Art, Music, Technology, Spanish and Physical Education making the educational experience very well rounded. The campus is beautiful and well maintained. There is a real sense of community and parent involvement at this school. - Posted by Parent - czale |
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