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#302 of 534 private schools in NJ
Holy Cross Academy
Elementary School
40 RUMSON RD, Rumson, NJ 07760
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#302 of 534
In Rumson
#2 of 2
public schools
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Holy Cross Academy
Elementary School in Rumson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross Academy
Holy Cross Academy is a private elementary school in Rumson, NJ. Holy Cross Academy serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #302 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Holy Cross Academy 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Holy Cross Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Cross Academy 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 Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Rumson, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rumson
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School | 7.7 |
| Forrestdale School | 8.1 |
| Deane-Porter Elementary School | 6.4 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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
40 RUMSON RD, Rumson, NJ 07760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monmouth Beach Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Monmouth Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rumson, see our Rumson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$217,545
Median Home Value
$1,275,000
Median Rent
$2,108/mo
Population
9,557
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
42.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
46.5
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| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton, NJ | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross Academy
What grades does Holy Cross Academy serve?
Holy Cross Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross Academy?
Holy Cross Academy has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross Academy rank in NJ?
Holy Cross Academy ranks #302 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Holy Cross Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross Academy 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
Holy Cross Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 708-3113
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