Holy Cross School–st Michael Center in Sioux City, IA, serves 110 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 2nd grade in a small city community setting.
Founded in 1953, this Catholic elementary school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 7 teachers supporting early childhood and early elementary education.
Annual tuition at Holy Cross School–st Michael Center is $4,254, consistent with the average private school tuition for elementary education in Sioux City.
The student body includes 14.1% students of color, reflecting some racial and ethnic diversity within this Sioux City Catholic school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,254
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition will be based on a percentage of a family�s income or the actual cost to educate per student ($4,254 for K-8 and $6,375 for 9-12), whichever is the lowest. The limit is 7% of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), except for families with one student and
Admissions Director
Tom Betz
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Cross School-st Michael Center cost?
Holy Cross School-st Michael Center's tuition is approximately $4,254 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross School-st Michael Center?
The application deadline for Holy Cross School-st Michael Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Cross School-st Michael Center is Boys & Girls Home Family Services (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Cross School-blessed Sacrament Center (2.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools (3.5 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
3030 Jackson St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
2.4 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 253 students Tuition listed
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 52 students
Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ![Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities]( "Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities")
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
3.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
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