Very Good
#247 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 28% of private schools
Holy Cross School
Elementary School
240 N BISHOP AVE 3, Springfield, PA 19064
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#247 of 873
In Springfield
#1 of 2
public schools
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Holy Cross School
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Cross School
Holy Cross School is a private elementary school in Springfield, PA. Holy Cross School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Holy Cross 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 School compares to the 5 public schools in Springfield, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Springfield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Scenic Hills El Sch | 8.0 |
| Springfield HS | 8.0 |
| Springfield Literacy Center | 4.7 |
| Richardson MS | 7.4 |
| Sabold El Sch | 8.5 |
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 PA.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
240 N BISHOP AVE 3, Springfield, PA 19064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Drexel Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scenic Hills El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST EUGENES SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Primos), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westbrook Park El Sch Clifton Heights | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Primos | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST EUGENES SCHOOL Primos | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Primos El Sch Primos | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Scenic Hills El Sch Springfield | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Garrettford El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ANCONA MONTESSORI SCHOOL-DREXEL HILL Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| RIDLEY AREA YMCA-CHILDCARE Secane | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Springfield | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Drexel Hill | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Springfield HS Springfield | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Aldan El Sch Aldan | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Southeast Delco Kindergarten Center Glenolden | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ST DOROTHY SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Darby Twp Sch Glenolden | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,230
Median Home Value
$389,600
Median Rent
$1,511/mo
Population
25,137
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenock El Sch Mckeesport, PA | 7.2 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown, PA | 7.2 |
| MONTGOMERY SCHOOL Chester Springs, PA | 7.2 |
| Pleasantville Elementary School Pleasantville, PA | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Cross School
What grades does Holy Cross School serve?
Holy Cross School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Cross School?
Holy Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Cross School rank in PA?
Holy Cross School ranks #247 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Holy Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School a private school?
Yes, Holy Cross 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 School a religious school?
Holy Cross School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 626-1709
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