Excellent
#55 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 8% of private schools
Holy Cross Catholic School
Elementary School
1745 S CLINTON ST, Defiance, OH 43512
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#55 of 713
In Defiance
#1 of 2
public schools
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Holy Cross Catholic School
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About Holy Cross Catholic School
Holy Cross Catholic School is a private elementary school in Defiance, OH. Holy Cross Catholic School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Holy Cross Catholic School show 29% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 78 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 6.9:1 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Holy Cross Catholic School compares to the 8 public schools in Defiance, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Defiance
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Defiance High School | 5.7 |
| Defiance Middle School | 5.6 |
| Defiance Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Ayersville Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Ayersville High School | 7.4 |
| Tinora High School | 6.4 |
| Tinora Middle School | 5.8 |
| Tinora Elementary School | 8.2 |
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 OH.
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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 OH
Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1745 S CLINTON ST, Defiance, OH 43512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Continental Local Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Continental), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakwood Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Oakwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stryker Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Stryker), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Defiance, see our Defiance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Defiance Middle School Defiance | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Defiance High School Defiance | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Defiance | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Defiance Elementary School Defiance | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Ayersville Elementary School Defiance | 5.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Ayersville High School Defiance | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Tinora High School Defiance | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Tinora Middle School Defiance | 7.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Tinora Elementary School Defiance | 7.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Oakwood Elementary School Oakwood | 11.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Fairview High School Sherwood | 10.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairview Middle School Sherwood | 10.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Sherwood | 10.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Continental Local Elementary School Continental | 12.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Continental Local High School Continental | 12.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Four County Career Center Archbold | 14.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Paulding Elementary School Paulding | 12.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Paulding High School Paulding | 12.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Paulding Middle School Paulding | 12.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Stryker Elementary School Stryker | 16.7 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,082
Median Home Value
$149,300
Median Rent
$851/mo
Population
27,894
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
43.6
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|---|---|
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| Hope Learning Academy of Toledo Toledo, OH | 8.2 |
| EASTWOOD SDA JR ACADEMY Westerville, OH | 8.1 |
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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 5th.
How many students attend Holy Cross Catholic School?
Holy Cross Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross Catholic School rank in OH?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks #55 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Holy Cross Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Cross Catholic School has 29% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Defiance County
- Phone
- (419) 784-2021
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