Ascension Academy vs. Holy Cross Catholic Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Ascension Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
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ACT Score
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Holy Cross Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
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School History
Overview
Ascension Academy provides a proven college preparatory program for students in grades 5-12 in an environment of respect and inclusion to maximize the potential of each student.
Grounded in our four pillars as Scholars, Artists, Athletes, and Leaders, Ascension students become confident, collaborative, lifelong learners well-prepared for college and life success. At Ascension, you'll find a close-knit community that recognizes each student's individual gifts and talents.
Students feel safe being themselves in small classes and growing as individuals, with many opportunities to be involved in everything that Ascension has to offer.
Holy Cross Catholic Academy is a co-educational middle school and high school serving the diocese of Amarillo, Texas.
The school provides a well-rounded academic and moral education in a faith environment for students in grades six through twelve.
Our focus is preparing students for the future. The mission of Holy Cross Catholic Academy is to share the experience of the life and message of Jesus Christ.
We challenge each student to attain the full God-given potential necessary to witness as a contributing member of the school, the Church, and society.
Grades Offered
5-12
6-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
No
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Year Founded
2000
1928
Students Body
Total Students
133 students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
56%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 6 Students
26
17
Grade 7 Students
19
18
Grade 8 Students
23
24
Grade 9 Students
21
20
Grade 10 Students
18
22
Grade 11 Students
11
13
Grade 12 Students
15
7
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
9 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
60%
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Average Class Size
11
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Number of AP Classes
13
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Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Average SAT score
1290
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Average ACT score
29
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$13,750
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Tuition Notes
Ascension offers Customized Tuition as the solution for many families who are willing to make the investment in their student\'s education, but who also need a personalized tuition level. Customized Tuition is a process to personalize tuition for a family, based on their specific financial profile. The range for Customized Tuition for 2024-2025 is $6,750-$13,750Additional Fees:
$100 Application Fee
$1,000 One-time Tuition Deposit
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% on Financial Aid
38%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,700
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Acceptance Rate
90%
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Admissions Director
Katy Reid/Ascension Academy
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
12
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
21
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubCommunity Service
Cum Laude SocietyDebate Club
Junior Classical LeagueLatin Club
Math CountsModel United Nations
MS and HS Science BowlNational Honor Society
National Junior Honor SocietyRobotics Club
Spanish ClubStudent Council
TAMETAPPS Academic Competition
Arts and Music Programs:
Beginning and Advanced BandMS and HS Choirs
MS and HS TheaterOrchestra (I,II and III)
Studio Art