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#184 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 26% of private schools

Holy Cross Lutheran School

Elementary School

4260 ROCKY RIVER DR, Cleveland, OH 44135

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 148 schools in Cleveland. Learn more

Enrollment

66

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Cleveland

#7 of 25

public schools

Ohio elementary schools

#102 of 409

About Holy Cross Lutheran School

Holy Cross Lutheran School serves 66 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Cleveland, Ohio. Despite its small size, this elementary school achieves impressive results, earning an 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #162 out of 713 schools statewide, placing it in the 77th percentile among Ohio schools. The school's intimate learning environment features just 8 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 7.9:1.

This low ratio allows for personalized attention and individualized instruction that can be particularly beneficial for students in their formative academic years. Located on Rocky River Drive, the school serves a diverse community where families face varying economic circumstances. The surrounding 44135 ZIP code area has a median household income of $46,345 and median home values around $108,000, with 27.4% of residents living below the poverty line.

About 17% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school's strong performance ranking suggests it effectively serves its student population despite operating in an economically challenged area. Holy Cross Lutheran School provides a close-knit educational environment within Cleveland's urban landscape, where dedicated staff can focus on each student's individual growth and development.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 66 students, Holy Cross Lutheran School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.9:1, Holy Cross Lutheran School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Holy Cross Lutheran School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Cross Lutheran School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Cleveland, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
This School
vs
19.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
66
This School
vs
342
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.7% vs 0%
Black 9.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Holy Cross Lutheran School Cleveland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Cross Lutheran School (this school) 7.5
Valley View Elementary School 4.3
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle 4.4
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary 2.9
Clara E Westropp School 4.1
Douglas MacArthur 4.7
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle 3.0
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary 2.9
Newton D Baker School 4.5
Robinson G Jones Elementary School 5.1
Artemus Ward 3.5
Garfield Elementary School 5.0
Orchard Park Academy 3.9
Riverside School 4.1
Innovation Academy West 4.5
Global Ambassadors Language Academy 5.0
West Park Academy 5.0
The School of One 6.5
Constellation Schools: Westside Community School of the Arts 3.8
Mary Church Terrell 5.2
Wilbur Wright School 5.0

Showing 20 of 120 schools. View all schools in Cleveland

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,085
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 66
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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)

Math Proficiency 29.0%
School
State
36.7%
ELA Proficiency 58.1%
School
State
48.8%

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 56.1%
Hispanic 16.7%
Two or More 16.7%
Black 9.1%
Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4260 ROCKY RIVER DR, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fairview Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary Cleveland 0.3 mi 2.9
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle Cleveland 0.3 mi 4.4
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 0.3 mi 4.3
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 8.9
Clara E Westropp School Cleveland 0.7 mi 4.1
Douglas MacArthur Cleveland 0.7 mi 4.7
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.0 mi 2.9
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.0
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.2 mi 6.8
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.5
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 1.4 mi 6.8
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.1
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.6 mi 6.4
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.1
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.9
Artemus Ward Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.5
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.0
ST MARK SCHOOL Cleveland 2.1 mi 5.1
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 1.7 mi 5.4
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WEST Rocky River 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,930

Median Home Value

$119,100

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

27,591

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

38.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Holy Cross Lutheran School has a median household income of $48,930. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,100, with a median rent of $935/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALMADINA ACADEMY Columbus, OH 7.5
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield, OH 7.5
Dayton SMART Elementary School Dayton, OH 7.4
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Napoleon, OH 7.6
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bryan, OH 7.6
THE COLUMBUS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL New Albany, OH 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Cross Lutheran School

What grades does Holy Cross Lutheran School serve?

Holy Cross Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Lutheran School?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Cross Lutheran School rank in OH?

Holy Cross Lutheran School is ranked #184 out of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Holy Cross Lutheran School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Holy Cross Lutheran School has 29.0% math proficiency and 58.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Holy Cross Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Lutheran School a religious school?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (6,040/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cleveland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
66
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
CUYAHOGA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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