Holy Cross Academy is a vibrant Catholic community that offers an excellent academic and faith formation program for your student on a campus appropriate for his age and development.
We have an Early Childhood Center, K-2 campus, 3-5 campus, and a Middle School campus.
Our students come to us from 31 zip codes. Our model is unique and serves our students well!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Cross Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
574 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
plaid skirt, khaki pants, collared polo shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Our mission is to provide the highest quality academic and faith formation program where each student develops spiritually, intellectually, and socially.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Cross Academy's ranking?
Holy Cross Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Academy?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Cross Academy is Cor Jesu Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Cross Academy (0.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Holy Cross Academy
(Catholic)
8874 Pardee Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 842-2073
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 842-2073
- miles
Gr: PK-8 | 546 students
Christ Community Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
8749 Watson Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-6595
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-6595
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 290 students Tuition listed
Queen Of The Holy Rosary Academy
(Catholic)
393 W Old Watson Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-5444
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-5444
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students
Cor Jesu Academy![Cor Jesu Academy Photo]( "Cor Jesu Academy Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
10230 Gravois Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 842-1546
Saint Louis, MO 63123
(314) 842-1546
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 140 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Annunciation Campus/holy Cross Academy
(Catholic)
16 W Glendale
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-7712
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 961-7712
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 162 students
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