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#61 of 207 private schools in AL

Top 29% of private schools

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School

Elementary School

619 AIRPORT RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35802

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#61 of 207

In Huntsville

#7 of 15

public schools

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About Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School is a private elementary school in Huntsville, AL. Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.5 pts below AL schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
AL avg 7.4

What Parents Should Know

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Huntsville, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.2:1

This School

17.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

376

This School

473

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 17% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School Huntsville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School (this school)	—	376	11.2:1	6.9
Jones Valley Elementary School	1.1 mi	453	18.9:1	7.6
Whitesburg Elementary School	1.2 mi	344	15:1	7.3
Whitesburg Middle School	1.2 mi	567	21:1	3.4
Huntsville Junior High School	2.3 mi	459	20:1	3.2
Blossomwood Elementary School	2.3 mi	584	15.4:1	6.8
Roger B Chaffee Elementary School	2.4 mi	392	15.7:1	7.9
McDonnell Elementary School	2.5 mi	445	17.8:1	5.3
Ridgecrest Elementary School	2.9 mi	506	16.3:1	6.0
Weatherly Heights Elementary School	3.5 mi	459	14.8:1	8.5
Sonnie Hereford Elementary School	3.6 mi	570	17.3:1	7.1
Morris Middle School	3.9 mi	409	15.1:1	6.9
Morris Elementary School	3.9 mi	527	18.8:1	5.9
Monte Sano Elementary School	4.0 mi	267	16.7:1	9.2
Chapman Elementary School	4.3 mi	137	12.5:1	6.3
Chapman Middle School	4.3 mi	351	17.6:1	4.5
Mountain Gap Middle School	4.7 mi	392	15.7:1	7.4
Mountain Gap Elementary School	4.7 mi	338	18.8:1	7.3
Montview Elementary School	4.9 mi	227	15.1:1	6.8
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School	5.2 mi	451	15:1	6.0
Challenger Elementary School	5.6 mi	499	17.8:1	6.7

Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Huntsville

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,278

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 43%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 376

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 73.7%

Hispanic 17.0%

Two or More 4.5%

Asian 3.5%

Black 0.8%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

619 AIRPORT RD SW, Huntsville, AL 35802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weatherly Heights Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roger B Chaffee Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jones Valley Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Huntsville	0.8 mi	135	7.2
Whitesburg Elementary School Huntsville	1.2 mi	344	7.3
Whitesburg Middle School Huntsville	1.2 mi	567	3.4
MAYFAIR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Huntsville	1.1 mi	12	—
Jones Valley Elementary School Huntsville	1.1 mi	453	7.6
WHITESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville	1.4 mi	746	5.7
RANDOLPH SCHOOL Huntsville	1.3 mi	926	6.6
Huntsville High School Huntsville	1.7 mi	1,802	6.6
FAITH COVENANT ACADEMY Huntsville	1.7 mi	567	4.4
Huntsville Junior High School Huntsville	2.3 mi	459	3.2
Blossomwood Elementary School Huntsville	2.3 mi	584	6.8
Roger B Chaffee Elementary School Huntsville	2.4 mi	392	7.9
WILLOWBROOK WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM Huntsville	2.5 mi	16	—
SUSANNA WESLEY EARLY EDUCATION MINISTRY Huntsville	2.9 mi	15	—
McDonnell Elementary School Huntsville	2.5 mi	445	5.3
Virgil Grissom High School Huntsville	3.3 mi	1,885	5.1
Ridgecrest Elementary School Huntsville	2.9 mi	506	6.0
Weatherly Heights Elementary School Huntsville	3.5 mi	459	8.5
HOLY FAMILY PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Huntsville	3.5 mi	177	7.0
Sonnie Hereford Elementary School Huntsville	3.6 mi	570	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,195

Median Home Value

$319,900

Median Rent

$1,051/mo

Population

23,304

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

42.3

Similar Schools

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School	Enrollment	Rating
Cottondale Elementary School Cottondale, AL	447	6.9
Douglas Elementary School Douglas, AL	481	6.9
Floyd Elementary School Gadsden, AL	350	6.9
Oak Park Elementary School Decatur, AL	517	6.9
Odenville Elementary School Odenville, AL	424	6.9
Skyland Elementary School Tuscaloosa, AL	456	6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School

What grades does Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School serve?

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School?

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School rank in AL?

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School ranks #61 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School a religious school?

Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 376
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Madison County
Phone: (256) 881-4852

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