Holy Cross School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked LA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 922 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,150
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: Nov. 15 / Dec. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Holy Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holy Cross School
Pre-K	17
Kind	19
1	19
2	23
3	23
4	24
5	65
6	65
7	80
8	150
9	128
10	114
11	103
12	92

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Year Founded

1849

Colors

Navy Blue, Gold, Old gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

922 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 22%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

75 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

46%

Average Class Size

25 students

Number of AP Courses

14 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science

AP English LanguageAP English Literature

AP Environmental ScienceAP European History

AP French LanguageAP Physics

AP Spanish LanguageAP Studio Art - 2Dimensional

AP Studio Art - 3DimensionalAP US Government and Politics

AP World HistoryDual Enrollment Advanced Math/Trig

Dual Enrollment American History HonorsDual Enrollment English V Honors

Dual Enrollment Programming - AdvancedDual Enrollment Programming - Intro

Dual Enrollment Psychology HonorsDual Enrollment Web Design

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Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform shirt, khaki pants and Doc Marten

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Nov. 15 / Dec. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,150

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% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,400

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubBeta Club

Blue CircleCampus Ministry

Chess ClubKey Club

Library ClubMu Alpha Theta

National Honor SocietyNewspaper

Quiz BowlRobotics

Speech and DebateStudent Council

Video Game ClubYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Bengal BandChorus

DramaNational Art Honor Society

Tiger Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:

IntramuralsKarate

Tiger Cub Athletic Club

School Notes

Holy Cross School is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school founded in 1849 by the Congregation of Holy Cross to educate young men from metropolitan New Orleans.
Holy Cross School is the only Catholic School in New Orleans for boys grades Pre-K through 12 and is fully accredited by the Louisiana State Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Founded by Blessed Father Basile Moreau, a Holy Cross Education is deeply rooted in a family atmosphere where "The mind will not be cultivated at the expense of the heart." Holy Cross School puts an emphasis on individual growth, fully developing the talents of each unique student.

School Motto: Become the Man You Are
School Mascot: Tigers

14 AP Courses and 7 Dual Enrollment Courses
9 Teaching faculty with Doctoral degrees
Graduates are accepted to college of first choice
Robust technology: Laptop Program in grades 5 through 12 andIPad Initiative in grades PreK through 4
Aligned curriculum from Pre-K through 12, offering Pre-AP in middle school and STEM program in primary school
Rotating Block Schedule, Grades 5 through 12: Four 80 minute classes each day

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Cross School cost?

Holy Cross School's tuition is approximately $10,150 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Holy Cross School?

The acceptance rate of Holy Cross School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Holy Cross School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Holy Cross School offer?

Holy Cross School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Holy Cross School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.

What is Holy Cross School's ranking?

Holy Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Holy Cross School?

The application deadline for Holy Cross School is Nov. 15 / Dec. 15.

In what neighborhood is Holy Cross School located?

Holy Cross School is located in the Fillmore neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 1 other private schools located in Fillmore.

School Reviews

5 9/27/2024

Holy Cross has been outstanding for my son. He loves the fact of the legacy alum, the education, and the sports that are offered at the school. The school offers a family environment, and my son has made lifelong friends.

- Posted by Parent - Mike Smith

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Orleans, LA is $12,959 for elementary schools and $13,940 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New Orleans, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).