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#606 of 873 private schools in PA

Holy Cross Academy

Elementary School

307 SIEBERT RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Private

Enrollment

230

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#606 of 873

In Pittsburgh

#40 of 46

public schools

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Holy Cross Academy

5.9/10

Elementary School in Pittsburgh · 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 Pittsburgh, PA. Holy Cross Academy serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #606 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.5 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

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

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How Holy Cross Academy compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
230
This School
vs
420
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%
Black 1.7% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
Holy Cross Academy Pittsburgh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Cross Academy (this school) 5.9
Ross El Sch 8.6
North Hills MS 7.0
West View El Sch 7.4
McIntyre El Sch 7.6
Highcliff El Sch 7.7
Peebles El Sch 8.0
Marzolf Primary Sch 8.9
Carson MS 6.9
Northgate MSHS 5.2
McKnight El Sch 8.7
Bellevue El Sch 6.2
Avalon El Sch 6.2
Avonworth MS 6.3
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 3.0
Reserve Primary Sch 8.3
Ingomar El Sch 8.5
Avonworth Primary Center 5.9
Avonworth El Sch 6.9
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy 7.8
Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 4.2

Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 230
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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 PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 91.7%
Two or More 3.0%
Hispanic 2.6%
Black 1.7%
Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

307 SIEBERT RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hosack El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Allison Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wyland El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Allison Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKnight El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh 0.4 mi 4.9
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 1280 Pittsburgh 0.7 mi
Ross El Sch Pittsburgh 0.6 mi 8.6
North Hills HS Pittsburgh 0.8 mi 7.0
North Hills MS Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 7.0
McIntyre El Sch Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 7.6
West View El Sch Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 7.4
THE GLEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 6.5
Scott Primary Sch Glenshaw 1.6 mi 8.3
Shaler Area El Sch Glenshaw 1.6 mi 7.3
Peebles El Sch Pittsburgh 2.5 mi 8.0
Shaler Area HS Pittsburgh 2.1 mi 7.5
PROVIDENCE HEIGHTS ALPHA SCHOOL Allison Park 2.8 mi 7.9
Pittsburgh Perry HS Pittsburgh 2.8 mi 4.7
Carson MS Pittsburgh 2.8 mi 6.9
HOLY FAMILY SPECIALIZED LEARNING Pittsburgh 2.7 mi 7.0
McKnight El Sch Pittsburgh 3.0 mi 8.7
Hosack El Sch Allison Park 3.1 mi 9.3
Highcliff El Sch Pittsburgh 2.4 mi 7.7
Wyland El Sch Allison Park 2.8 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,538

Median Home Value

$306,900

Median Rent

$1,327/mo

Population

44,161

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

42.1

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Berlin Brothersvalley El Sch Berlin, PA 5.9
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East Derry El Sch Lewistown, PA 5.9
HUNTING PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA 5.9
Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls, PA 5.9
St Thomas El Sch Saint Thomas, PA 5.9

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 230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Academy is 12.8:1. 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 PA?

Holy Cross Academy ranks #606 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Holy Cross Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
230
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County

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