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#149 of 253 private schools in LA

Holy Cross School

School

5500 PARIS AVE, New Orleans, LA 70122

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

877

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

877

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#149 of 253

In New Orleans

#25 of 35

public schools

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About Holy Cross School

Holy Cross School is a private school in New Orleans, LA. Holy Cross School serves approximately 877 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it comparesOn par with LA schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

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.

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How Holy Cross School compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

17.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

877

This School

662

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.8% vs 0%

Black 21.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 4% vs 0%

Asian 1.3% vs 0%

Holy Cross School New Orleans Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross School (this school)	—	877	11.7:1	6.1
Arthur Ashe Charter School	0.3 mi	807	12.8:1	4.9
John F. Kennedy High School	0.3 mi	625	13:1	6.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - UNO	0.5 mi	518	16.2:1	5.6
Benjamin Franklin High School	1.0 mi	1,056	17.3:1	8.8
McDonogh 35 Senior High School	1.2 mi	862	13.3:1	5.7
KIPP Believe	1.2 mi	759	13.3:1	4.0
Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M School	1.2 mi	680	14.8:1	4.7
Travis Hill School	1.5 mi	171	85.5:1	3.7
Audubon Charter Gentilly	1.5 mi	437	15.1:1	7.9
Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview	1.7 mi	727	14.8:1	9.2
Foundation Preparatory Academy	1.7 mi	222	12.3:1	8.4
The NET 2 Charter High School	1.8 mi	189	17.2:1	2.9
Langston Hughes Charter Academy	1.8 mi	820	13.7:1	4.8
The Delores Taylor Arthur School for Young Men	1.9 mi	41	2.2:1	5.2
Mary Bethune Elementary Literature/Technology	2.0 mi	745	12.4:1	5.8
Rooted School	2.3 mi	153	15.3:1	6.4
New Harmony High Institute	2.4 mi	355	12.2:1	3.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview	2.4 mi	516	16.6:1	7.6
Bricolage Academy	2.8 mi	887	13.9:1	5.6
G W Carver High School	2.8 mi	778	17.7:1	5.0

Showing 20 of 75 schools. View all schools in New Orleans

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 LA.

Classroom Attention

B 6.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,230.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 51%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.4 / 10

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Enrollment 877

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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 LA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.8%

Black 21.7%

Two or More 6.7%

Hispanic 4.0%

Asian 1.3%

Native American 0.5%

Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5500 PARIS AVE, New Orleans, LA 70122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benjamin Franklin High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Foundation Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Arthur Ashe Charter School New Orleans	0.3 mi	807	4.9
John F. Kennedy High School New Orleans	0.3 mi	625	6.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - UNO New Orleans	0.5 mi	518	5.6
CATHEDRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans	0.5 mi	47	6.5
Benjamin Franklin High School New Orleans	1.0 mi	1,056	8.8
CRESCENT CITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Orleans	1.1 mi	1	—
McDonogh 35 Senior High School New Orleans	1.2 mi	862	5.7
KIPP Believe New Orleans	1.2 mi	759	4.0
Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M School New Orleans	1.2 mi	680	4.7
Travis Hill School New Orleans	1.5 mi	171	3.7
Foundation Preparatory Academy New Orleans	1.7 mi	222	8.4
Audubon Charter Gentilly New Orleans	1.5 mi	437	7.9
ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL New Orleans	1.8 mi	217	5.0
Langston Hughes Charter Academy New Orleans	1.8 mi	820	4.8
Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview New Orleans	1.7 mi	727	9.2
THE GOOD SHEPHERD NATIVITY MISSION SCHOOL New Orleans	1.9 mi	237	6.7
The NET 2 Charter High School New Orleans	1.8 mi	189	2.9
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS SCHOOL New Orleans	2.0 mi	753	5.0
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL New Orleans	1.8 mi	620	5.0
The Delores Taylor Arthur School for Young Men New Orleans	1.9 mi	41	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,613

Median Home Value

$274,700

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

35,318

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Delhi Charter School Delhi, LA	653	6.0
Hathaway High School Jennings, LA	609	6.2
Pine Prairie High School Pine Prairie, LA	802	6.3
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Iberia, LA	613	5.8
OPELOUSAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Opelousas, LA	547	5.7
ASCENSION EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Youngsville, LA	623	6.5

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 12th.

How many students attend Holy Cross School?

Holy Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 877 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School is 11.7:1. 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 LA?

Holy Cross School ranks #149 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Holy Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 all-boys 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 72 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 877
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 75
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 181 days
Setting: Large City
County: Orleans Parish
Phone: (504) 942-3100

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