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#49 of 100 private schools in NM
Top 48% of private schools
Holy Cross Catholic School
Elementary School
1331 STATE ROAD 76, Santa Cruz, NM 87567
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#49 of 100
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Holy Cross Catholic School
Elementary School in Santa Cruz · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross Catholic School
Holy Cross Catholic School is a private elementary school in Santa Cruz, NM. Holy Cross Catholic School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Holy Cross Catholic 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.
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Holy Cross Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Cross Catholic 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.
Schools in Santa Cruz
No public schools found in Santa Cruz for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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 NM.
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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 NM
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
1331 STATE ROAD 76, Santa Cruz, NM 87567
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Espanola), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Espanola), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL Espanola | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | — |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 7.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 7.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.4 mi | 4.0 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 7.9 mi | 6.0 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 8.1 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$284,200
Median Rent
$960/mo
Population
1,029
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
74.9%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAKE ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Lake Arthur, NM | 6.5 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 6.6 |
| ABIQUIU ELEMENTARY Abiquiu, NM | 6.2 |
| CARRIZOZO ELEMENTARY Carrizozo, NM | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alamogordo, NM | 6.2 |
| CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross Catholic School
What grades does Holy Cross Catholic School serve?
Holy Cross Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross Catholic School?
Holy Cross Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross Catholic School rank in NM?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks #49 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
Holy Cross Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 753-4644
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