Very Good
#33 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 15% of private schools
Holy Cross High School/diocese
High School
5144 DIXIE HWY, Louisville, KY 40216
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#33 of 218
In Louisville
#10 of 62
public schools
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Holy Cross High School/diocese
High School in Louisville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross High School/diocese
Holy Cross High School/diocese is a private high school in Louisville, KY. Holy Cross High School/diocese serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross High School/diocese has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Holy Cross High School/diocese 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 High School/diocese compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross High School/diocese (this school) | 7.7 |
| Waller-Williams Environmental | 7.1 |
| Western High | 4.5 |
| Doss High | 4.0 |
| Pleasure Ridge Park High | 3.8 |
| Butler Traditional High | 4.3 |
| Iroquois High | 3.5 |
| Valley High | 4.8 |
| Churchill Park School | 5.0 |
| U of L PACT Program | — |
| duPont Manual High | 9.3 |
| Louisville Male High | 5.5 |
| Grace M. James Academy of Excellence | 8.9 |
| Central High Magnet Career Academy | 6.5 |
| The Academy @ Shawnee | 6.5 |
| Pathfinder School of Innovation | 5.4 |
| Liberty High | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Regional Juvenile Detention Ce | — |
| W.E.B. DuBois Academy | 6.2 |
| Mary Ryan Academy | — |
| Ackerly | — |
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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.
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 KY.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5144 DIXIE HWY, Louisville, KY 40216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross High School/diocese may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Western High (rated 4.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Butler Traditional High (rated 4.3/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Doss High (rated 4.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kerrick Elementary Louisville | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Louisville | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Waller-Williams Environmental Louisville | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Western High Louisville | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Trunnell Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Doss High Louisville | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Shacklette Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Gutermuth Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Crums Lane Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Schaffner Traditional Elementary Louisville | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Farnsley Middle Louisville | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Butler Traditional High Louisville | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Wellington Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary Louisville | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Eisenhower Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Conway Middle Louisville | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Pleasure Ridge Park High Louisville | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Mill Creek Elementary Louisville | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST ANDREW ACADEMY Louisville | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,211
Median Home Value
$154,500
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Livingston Central High School Smithland, KY | 7.7 |
| Paintsville High School Paintsville, KY | 7.7 |
| Raceland-Worthington High School Raceland, KY | 7.7 |
| COVINGTON LATIN SCHOOL Covington, KY | 7.8 |
| Hazard High School Hazard, KY | 7.6 |
| Williamstown Sr. High Williamstown, KY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross High School/diocese
What grades does Holy Cross High School/diocese serve?
Holy Cross High School/diocese serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Holy Cross High School/diocese?
Holy Cross High School/diocese has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross High School/diocese?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross High School/diocese is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross High School/diocese rank in KY?
Holy Cross High School/diocese ranks #33 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Holy Cross High School/diocese's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross High School/diocese has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 High School/diocese a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross High School/diocese 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 High School/diocese a religious school?
Holy Cross High School/diocese has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 240
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 447-4363
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