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#699 of 992 private schools in NY

Holy Cross Elementary School

Elementary School

4200 E GENESEE ST, Syracuse, NY 13214

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#699 of 992

In Syracuse

#11 of 12

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About Holy Cross Elementary School

Holy Cross Elementary School is a private elementary school in Syracuse, NY. Holy Cross Elementary School serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #699 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 120 students, Holy Cross Elementary 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 Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Syracuse, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.9:1

This School

12.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

120

This School

510

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

4.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.7% vs 0%

Black 5% vs 0%

Asian 5% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%

Holy Cross Elementary School Syracuse Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross Elementary School (this school)	—	120	10.9:1	5.7
HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL	1.4 mi	767	12.4:1	4.3
EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL	2.5 mi	675	10.4:1	4.3
HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL	2.6 mi	871	12.8:1	4.7
SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL	3.2 mi	644	12.6:1	4.6
DR WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	682	14.2:1	4.2
LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.4 mi	482	10.3:1	3.9
HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES	3.4 mi	10	—:1	—
STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	436	10.6:1	5.1
SALEM HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	463	12.5:1	3.1
MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	423	10.3:1	2.7
BRIGHTON ACADEMY	4.1 mi	350	10.6:1	5.0
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	646	14.7:1	5.2
WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	625	13.3:1	3.1
SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY	4.3 mi	419	8.1:1	3.8
SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL	4.4 mi	697	20.5:1	3.2
EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.4 mi	174	7.9:1	7.0
VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	334	11.1:1	5.4
LYNCOURT SCHOOL	4.5 mi	434	12.1:1	4.8
CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.5 mi	263	8.5:1	2.9
CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL	4.5 mi	704	16.8:1	2.2

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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 NY.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 32%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 120

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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 NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.7%

Two or More 5.8%

Black 5.0%

Asian 5.0%

Hispanic 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4200 E GENESEE ST, Syracuse, NY 13214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt	0.3 mi	246	7.1
MANLIUS PEBBLE HILL SCHOOL Syracuse	0.5 mi	315	7.3
THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse	0.8 mi	30	5.3
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamesville	0.7 mi	714	7.5
HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse	1.4 mi	767	4.3
NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse	1.3 mi	1,297	6.4
TECUMSEH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamesville	1.7 mi	333	6.5
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt	1.8 mi	843	8.5
MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Syracuse	1.8 mi	5	—
EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse	2.3 mi	355	3.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE Syracuse	1.9 mi	64	7.0
PARK HILL SCHOOL East Syracuse	2.7 mi	215	3.1
JAMESVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamesville	2.9 mi	330	6.0
BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse	3.0 mi	278	6.2
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Syracuse	2.8 mi	163	6.1
HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse	2.6 mi	871	4.7
MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville	2.5 mi	449	7.8
EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse	2.5 mi	675	4.3
HENNINGER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse	2.8 mi	1,443	6.1
FREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse	3.0 mi	350	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,200

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

8,713

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Cross Elementary School

What grades does Holy Cross Elementary School serve?

Holy Cross Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Elementary School?

Holy Cross Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Cross Elementary School rank in NY?

Holy Cross Elementary School ranks #699 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Holy Cross Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?

Holy Cross Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 120
Gender Split: 57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Onondaga County
Phone: (315) 446-4890

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