Holy Cross School
- 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 (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 410 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Holy Cross School places among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 410 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 24% State avg.: 15% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 30 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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