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#244 of 462 private schools in MI

Holy Cross Lutheran School

Elementary School

610 CT ST, Saginaw, MI 48602

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#244 of 462

In Saginaw

#10 of 12

public schools

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About Holy Cross Lutheran School

Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Saginaw, MI. Holy Cross Lutheran School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Holy Cross Lutheran 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 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

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How Holy Cross Lutheran School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Saginaw, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.8:1

This School

18:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

343

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.3% vs 0%

Black 36.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.7% vs 0%

Holy Cross Lutheran School Saginaw Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross Lutheran School (this school)	—	87	12.8:1	6.2
Herig School	0.7 mi	316	19.8:1	3.0
Jessie Rouse School	1.2 mi	224	17.2:1	2.6
Francis Reh PSA	1.3 mi	503	17.3:1	4.1
Stone School	1.3 mi	350	18.4:1	3.4
Chester F Miller School	1.4 mi	294	17.3:1	2.7
Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy	1.4 mi	401	14.3:1	8.9
Thompson Middle School	1.4 mi	373	18.6:1	3.9
Handley School	1.6 mi	320	17.8:1	8.9
Kempton Elementary School	1.6 mi	354	18.6:1	2.4
Merrill Park Elementary School	1.8 mi	317	18.6:1	3.6
The Success Academy	2.0 mi	169	56.3:1	4.7
Hemmeter Elementary School	2.3 mi	318	22.7:1	8.2
Westdale Elementary School	2.5 mi	321	17.8:1	7.6
White Pine Middle School	2.7 mi	963	14.2:1	6.3
Sherwood Elementary School	2.7 mi	547	14.8:1	9.0
Jessie Loomis School	2.7 mi	334	19.6:1	2.6
Weiss Elementary School	2.7 mi	354	16.9:1	3.5
Arrowwood Elementary School	2.9 mi	433	15.5:1	4.2
Saginaw ISD Transitions Center	3.1 mi	97	9.7:1	3.7
Carrollton Middle School	3.3 mi	341	18.9:1	5.0

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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

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 MI.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.8 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,155

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.8 / 10

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Enrollment 87

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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 MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 56.3%

Black 36.8%

Hispanic 5.7%

Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

610 CT ST, Saginaw, MI 48602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Handley School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Herig School Saginaw	0.7 mi	316	3.0
MICHIGAN LUTHERAN SEMINARY Saginaw	0.9 mi	182	7.7
Jessie Rouse School Saginaw	1.2 mi	224	2.6
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw	1.3 mi	103	5.1
Stone School Saginaw	1.3 mi	350	3.4
Francis Reh PSA Saginaw	1.3 mi	503	4.1
Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy Saginaw	1.4 mi	401	8.9
Thompson Middle School Saginaw	1.4 mi	373	3.9
Kempton Elementary School Saginaw	1.6 mi	354	2.4
Saginaw Covenant Academy Saginaw	1.4 mi	163	2.8
Chester F Miller School Saginaw	1.4 mi	294	2.7
Career Opportunities Center Saginaw	1.8 mi	30	—
Arthur Hill High School Saginaw	1.5 mi	671	5.4
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw	1.9 mi	95	7.1
THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw	1.6 mi	28	—
Merrill Park Elementary School Saginaw	1.8 mi	317	3.6
Handley School Saginaw	1.6 mi	320	8.9
Mackinaw High School Saginaw	2.2 mi	141	5.3
GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw	2.1 mi	18	—
Omni High School Carrollton	2.4 mi	154	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,068

Median Home Value

$70,200

Median Rent

$902/mo

Population

27,490

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

28.6%

Median Age

35.4

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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 Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Lutheran School?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School is 12.8:1. 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 MI?

Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks #244 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 84 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 87
Gender Split: 59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Small City
County: Saginaw County
Phone: (989) 793-9795

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