Catholic Elementary School purpose is dedicated to teaching the faith and providing a positive, affirming environment that challenges our students.
Our religion curriculum is integrated within the entire curriculum. Weekly Mass, sacrament preparation, Stations of the Cross, and Reconciliation are integral parts of our religious education.
Parish priests regularly visit the classrooms. We have high expectations for teachers and students and a reputation for excellence.
Our school is a Discipline With Purpose (DWP) School, serving children in grades preschool through 8th.
Our mission is to ensure a faith-filled, nurturing environment, which promotes enthusiasm toward Christian service and academic excellence.
Holy Cross School currently enrolls 363 students. We feature a hot lunch program and daycare in the afternoon for preschoolers who attend the Monday through Friday morning class.
Extended Care is available before and after school for all students.
Matilde Discipline With Purpose is a program designed to help students become self disciplined.
These fifteen skills are essential life skills. These skills are taught and practiced in school and at home.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Holy Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
328 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Engaging hearts and minds
- School Mascot: Falcons
- Catholic Elementary School purpose is dedicated to teaching the faith and providing a positive, affirming environment that challenges our students.
- Our religion curriculum is integrated within the entire curriculum.
- Weekly Mass, sacrament preparation, Stations of the Cross, and Reconciliation are integral parts of our religious education.
- Parish priests regularly visit the classrooms.
- We have high expectations for teachers and students and a reputation for excellence.
- Our school is a Discipline With Purpose (DWP) School, serving children in grades preschool through 8th.
- Our mission is to ensure a faith-filled, nurturing environment, which promotes enthusiasm toward Christian service and academic excellence.
- Holy Cross School currently enrolls 363 students.
- We feature a hot lunch program and daycare in the afternoon for preschoolers who attend the Monday through Friday morning class.
- Extended Care is available before and after school for all students.
- Matilde Discipline With Purpose is a program designed to help students become self disciplined.
- These fifteen skills are essential life skills.
- These skills are taught and practiced in school and at home.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Cross School's ranking?
Holy Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Holy Cross School located?
Holy Cross School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 8 other private schools located in South Central Omaha.
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