Holy Cross High School vs. Scranton Preparatory School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Holy Cross High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Scranton Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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School History
Overview
We are committed to the development of the whole person, offering comprehensive academic, social and athletic programs which are rooted in the Gospel and teaching of the Catholic Church.
A Roman Catholic High School, in the Diocese of Scranton, challenges its students to appreciate life-long learning and to develop character, leadership and integrity in a caring environment in order to promote a culture of peace, justice and service.
Scranton Prep is a Jesuit college preparatory day school for boys and girls.
The current enrollment is over 800students. As a Jesuit, Ignatian high school, it's mission is to form a learning community of men and women distinguished by its commitment to competence, conscience and compassion.
Scranton Prep serves students from every county in Northeast Pennsylvania, including portions of New York state. The school provides convenient transportation for outlying areas.
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Year Founded
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1944
Students Body
Total Students
349 students
676 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
5%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 9 Students
65
158
Grade 10 Students
90
181
Grade 11 Students
106
170
Grade 12 Students
88
167
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
48 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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95%
Average Class Size
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25
Number of AP Classes
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14
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:14
Average SAT score
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1210
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 17
Tuition Cost
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$11,700
Tuition Notes
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Need based financial aid available
% on Financial Aid
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33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$3,500
Acceptance Rate
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72%
Admissions Director
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Christian S. Davis
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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14
Sports
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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23
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Art Society, Chorale, Computer Club, Future Business Leaders of America, Glee Club, Human Rights Club, Intramural sports, Junior Academy Of Science, Junior Statesman of America, Language Clubs, Math Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Pro-Life Club, Red Cross Blood Drive, Scholastic Bowl, School Newspaper, Science Oympiad, Service Club, Speech and Debate - Forensics, Student Government, Theatre, Yearbook