Best Schools in Holy Cross, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Holy Cross by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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La Salle Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$281,600
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$281,600
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Holy Cross
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Salle Catholic School | 5.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $103,250
- Median home value
- $281,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Holy Cross compares
Median household income
$103k
135% of Iowa median
About Schools in Holy Cross, Iowa
Holy Cross, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
The highest-performing school in Holy Cross is La Salle Catholic School with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Holy Cross's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,250. The poverty rate in the area is 1.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Salle Catholic School
Private
38 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated |
Schools in Holy Cross
Holy Cross, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$103,250
Median Home Value
$281,600
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
1,160
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Community Profile
Holy Cross has a median household income of $103,250. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $281,600, with a median rent of $635/month. The local poverty rate of 1.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Holy Cross, Iowa
How many schools are in Holy Cross, Iowa?
Holy Cross has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Holy Cross, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Holy Cross on MySchoolScout is La Salle Catholic School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Holy Cross, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Holy Cross on MySchoolScout is La Salle Catholic School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the education level in Holy Cross, Iowa?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Holy Cross have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Holy Cross, Iowa?
The median household income in Holy Cross is approximately $103,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Holy Cross, Iowa?
Yes, Holy Cross has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is La Salle Catholic School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Holy Cross, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Holy Cross is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Holy Cross, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.