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#221 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 46% of private schools
Holy Cross Lutheran School
Elementary School
3425 CRESCENT AVE, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#221 of 478
In Fort Wayne
#15 of 27
public schools
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Holy Cross Lutheran School
Elementary School in Fort Wayne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross Lutheran School
Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN. Holy Cross Lutheran School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Holy Cross Lutheran School show 60% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Holy Cross Lutheran 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 Lutheran School compares to 67 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Lutheran School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Forest Park Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Lakeside Middle School | 4.4 |
| Brentwood Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Glenwood Park Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Northcrest Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Allen Co Juvenile Center | — |
| Lane Middle School | 4.4 |
| Northwood Middle School | 4.4 |
| Robert C Harris Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Franke Park Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Memorial Park Middle School | 6.7 |
| Bloomingdale Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Mabel K Holland Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Fort Wayne Virtual Academy | 5.7 |
| J Wilbur Haley Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Shawnee Middle School | 5.0 |
| Adams Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Bunche Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Smith Academy for Excellence | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 67 schools. View all schools in Fort Wayne
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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3425 CRESCENT AVE, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JUDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Robert C Harris Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,099
Median Home Value
$131,300
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
21,851
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Learning Center-George Earle Hobart, IN | 6.9 |
| LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette, IN | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Huntington, IN | 6.9 |
| Oaklawn Elementary School Monticello, IN | 6.9 |
| Oregon-Davis Elementary School Hamlet, IN | 6.9 |
| Waverly Elementary School Martinsville, IN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross Lutheran School
What grades does Holy Cross Lutheran School serve?
Holy Cross Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross Lutheran School?
Holy Cross Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross Lutheran School rank in IN?
Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks #221 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross Lutheran 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.
What are the test scores at Holy Cross Lutheran School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Cross Lutheran School has 60% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Holy Cross Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Lutheran School a religious school?
Holy Cross Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allen County
- Phone
- (260) 483-3173
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