Very Good
#82 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 20% of private schools
Holy Cross School
Elementary School
121 N QUINCY AVE, Kansas City, MO 64123
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#82 of 399
In Kansas City
#15 of 39
public schools
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Holy Cross School
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross School
Holy Cross School is a private elementary school in Kansas City, MO. Holy Cross School serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Holy Cross 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 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
BetaHow Holy Cross School compares to 130 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross School (this school) | 7.3 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY | 5.0 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY | 6.1 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE | 7.6 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY | 6.1 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M | 8.9 |
| FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION | 7.2 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER | 5.0 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE | 6.7 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY | 4.3 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
| CONTRACT | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 130 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
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 MO.
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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 MO
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
121 N QUINCY AVE, Kansas City, MO 64123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,764
Median Home Value
$111,100
Median Rent
$961/mo
Population
11,130
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
63.6%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUMANSVILLE ELEM. Humansville, MO | 7.3 |
| HURLEY ELEM. Hurley, MO | 7.3 |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem, MO | 7.3 |
| SOUTH FORK ELEM. West Plains, MO | 7.3 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.3 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joplin, MO | 7.3 |
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 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross School?
Holy Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School 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 Holy Cross School rank in MO?
Holy Cross School ranks #82 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Holy Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross School 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 Holy Cross School a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross 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 School a religious school?
Holy Cross School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 146
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 231-8874
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