Very Good
#471 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
Holy Cross School
Elementary School
150 EMMETT ST, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#471 of 1,787
In Santa Cruz
#3 of 8
public schools
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About Holy Cross School
Holy Cross School is a private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA. Holy Cross School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Holy Cross School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Holy Cross 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Holy Cross School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Mission Hill Middle | 6.8 |
| Alternative Family Education | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies | 4.9 |
| Santa Cruz County Community | 6.9 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court | — |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch | 6.7 |
| Bay View Elementary | 6.1 |
| Westlake Elementary | 6.2 |
| Gault Elementary | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle | 7.4 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter | 9.4 |
| De Laveaga Elementary | 6.8 |
| Green Acres Elementary | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter | 6.7 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | 7.4 |
| Shoreline Middle | 7.6 |
| Del Mar Elementary | 6.7 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 7.5 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Santa Cruz
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 CA.
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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 CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
150 EMMETT ST, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westlake Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Santa Cruz | 0.0 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | — |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridge Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, CA | 7.0 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz, CA | 7.0 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell, CA | 7.0 |
| Montgomery Creek Elementary Montgomery Creek, CA | 7.0 |
| Paradise Charter Modesto, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross School
What grades does Holy Cross School serve?
Holy Cross School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross School?
Holy Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross School rank in CA?
Holy Cross School ranks #471 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Holy Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Cross School a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross 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 Cross School a religious school?
Holy Cross School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 423-5852
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