Very Good
#76 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 20% of private schools
Academy of the Holy Cross
High School
4920 STRATHMORE AVE, Kensington, MD 20895
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#76 of 378
In Kensington
#1 of 4
public schools
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Academy of the Holy Cross
High School in Kensington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy of the Holy Cross
Academy of the Holy Cross is a private high school in Kensington, MD. Academy of the Holy Cross serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of the Holy Cross has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Academy of the Holy Cross 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 Academy of the Holy Cross compares to the 7 public schools in Kensington, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kensington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of the Holy Cross (this school) | 7.3 |
| Garrett Park Elementary | 8.3 |
| Kensington Parkwood Elementary | 9.4 |
| Rock View Elementary | 5.9 |
| Silver Creek Middle | 9.1 |
| Albert Einstein High | 7.2 |
| Newport Mill Middle | 6.9 |
| Stephen Knolls School | 2.9 |
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 MD.
Data Unavailable
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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 MD
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
4920 STRATHMORE AVE, Kensington, MD 20895
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of the Holy Cross may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kensington Parkwood Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garrett Park Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodlin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bethesda), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kensington, see our Kensington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,527
Median Home Value
$744,000
Median Rent
$2,075/mo
Population
19,042
College Educated
73.8%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baltimore Design School Baltimore, MD | 7.3 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 7.2 |
| Kent County High Worton, MD | 7.5 |
| Northern Garrett High School Accident, MD | 7.5 |
| Bard High School Early College Baltimore, MD | 7.6 |
| CONNELLY SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Potomac, MD | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of the Holy Cross
What grades does Academy of the Holy Cross serve?
Academy of the Holy Cross serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy of the Holy Cross?
Academy of the Holy Cross has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Holy Cross?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Holy Cross is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy of the Holy Cross rank in MD?
Academy of the Holy Cross ranks #76 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Academy of the Holy Cross's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of the Holy Cross has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy of the Holy Cross a private school?
Yes, Academy of the Holy Cross is a private all-girls 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 Academy of the Holy Cross a religious school?
Academy of the Holy Cross has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 942-2100
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