Holy Cross Catholic Academy vs. Ascension Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Holy Cross Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
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Ascension Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
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Overview
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.
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.
Grades Offered
6-12
5-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
1928
2000
Students Body
Total Students
121 students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
37%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 6 Students
17
26
Grade 7 Students
18
19
Grade 8 Students
24
23
Grade 9 Students
20
21
Grade 10 Students
22
18
Grade 11 Students
13
11
Grade 12 Students
7
15
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
60%
Average Class Size
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11
Number of AP Classes
n/a
13
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
4:1
Average SAT score
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1290
Average ACT score
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29
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$13,750
Tuition Notes
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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
% on Financial Aid
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38%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$4,700
Acceptance Rate
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90%
Admissions Director
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Katy Reid/Ascension Academy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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12
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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21
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