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#140 of 218 private schools in KY

Holy Cross Elementary School

Elementary School

3580 CHURCH ST, Covington, KY 41015

Private

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#140 of 218

In Covington

#6 of 6

public schools

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Holy Cross Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Covington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Latonia Elementary School

7.2/10

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5.1/10

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About Holy Cross Elementary School

Holy Cross Elementary School is a private elementary school in Covington, KY. Holy Cross Elementary School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares0.5 pts below KY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 164 students, Holy Cross Elementary 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 Elementary 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

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How Holy Cross Elementary School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Covington, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
164
This School
vs
380
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.5% vs 0%
Black 12.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.3% vs 0%
Holy Cross Elementary School Covington Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Cross Elementary School (this school) 5.8
Latonia Elementary School 7.2
Ninth District Elementary 5.1
Holmes Middle School 6.8
Glenn O Swing Elementary 8.7
Ft Wright Elementary School 8.8
Sixth District Elementary School 5.6
John G Carlisle Elementary 8.9
Transformational Learning Center 6.0
Taylor Mill Elementary School 8.5

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 KY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,221.3
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 49%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 164
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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 KY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.5%
Black 12.2%
Two or More 11.0%
Hispanic 7.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3580 CHURCH ST, Covington, KY 41015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John G Carlisle Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ft Wright Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn O Swing Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Latonia Elementary School Covington 0.4 mi 7.2
Ninth District Elementary Covington 0.5 mi 5.1
Holmes Middle School Covington 0.9 mi 6.8
Holmes High School Covington 0.9 mi 6.9
Covington Adult High School Covington 0.9 mi
ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Taylor Mill 0.9 mi 5.6
Glenn O Swing Elementary Covington 1.3 mi 8.7
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Covington 1.3 mi 7.1
Sixth District Elementary School Covington 1.5 mi 5.6
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Covington 1.7 mi 8.0
Ft Wright Elementary School Covington 1.3 mi 8.8
Biggs Early Childhood Education Ctr Covington 2.1 mi 3.7
COVINGTON LATIN SCHOOL Covington 2.1 mi 7.8
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Park Hills 1.9 mi 5.2
TAYLOR MILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Taylor Mill 2.3 mi
John G Carlisle Elementary Covington 2.3 mi 8.9
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI Covington 2.2 mi 7.9
COVINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Park Hills 2.1 mi 5.1
Southgate Public School Southgate 2.3 mi 7.4
Newport Primary School Newport 2.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,783

Median Home Value

$176,500

Median Rent

$857/mo

Population

20,396

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Cross Elementary School

What grades does Holy Cross Elementary School serve?

Holy Cross Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Elementary School?

Holy Cross Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Cross Elementary School rank in KY?

Holy Cross Elementary School ranks #140 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Holy Cross Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?

Holy Cross Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
164
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kenton County

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