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Holy Cross
Elementary School
150 Emmet Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Holy Cross
Holy Cross is an private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. The school serves approximately 164 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,040, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 164 students, Holy Cross is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Holy Cross operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Holy Cross compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross (this school) | — |
| Mission Hill Middle | 5.4 |
| Alternative Family Education | 3.9 |
| Ark Independent Studies | 3.2 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education | 7.4 |
| Santa Cruz County Community | 6.2 |
| Santa Cruz County Court | — |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch | 7.3 |
| Bay View Elementary | 7.3 |
| Gault Elementary | 7.6 |
| Westlake Elementary | 6.5 |
| Branciforte Middle | 6.0 |
| De Laveaga Elementary | 6.8 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter | 9.0 |
| Green Acres Elementary | 7.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter | 3.9 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | 8.8 |
| Shoreline Middle | 6.7 |
| Del Mar Elementary | 5.8 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 4.3 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary | 7.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 164 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Address
- 150 Emmet Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Phone
- (831) 423-4447
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
150 Emmet Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gault Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is Bay View Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,040
Median Home Value
$1,189,300
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
46,024
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
51.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Holy Cross has a median household income of $106,040. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,189,300, with a median rent of $2,356/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross
What grades does Holy Cross serve?
Holy Cross serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross?
Holy Cross has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Holy Cross a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,203/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Cruz). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Cruz
- Phone
- (831) 423-4447
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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