Very Good
#127 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 14% of private schools
Holy Family Catholic School
Elementary School
2601 URSULINE AVE, Galveston, TX 77550
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#127 of 883
In Galveston
#1 of 4
public schools
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Holy Family Catholic School
Elementary School in Galveston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School is a private elementary school in Galveston, TX. Holy Family Catholic School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Holy Family 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Holy Family Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Family 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 Family Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Galveston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic School (this school) | 7.6 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING | 7.6 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP | 6.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL | 8.0 |
| WEIS | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL | 8.4 |
| CRENSHAW EL AND MIDDLE | 7.5 |
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
2601 URSULINE AVE, Galveston, TX 77550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Family Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPPE EL (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PARKER EL (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Galveston, see our Galveston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| O'CONNELL COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Galveston | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SATORI SCHOOL Galveston | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MOODY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Galveston | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Galveston | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Galveston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MORGAN EL MAGNET SCHOOL Galveston | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| UPWARD HOPE ACADEMY Galveston | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ROSENBERG EL LABORATORY FOR LEARNING AND LEADING Galveston | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BALL H S Galveston | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| AIM COLLEGE & CAREER PREP Galveston | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| AMBASSADORS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Galveston | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BURNET EL Galveston | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PARKER EL Galveston | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WEIS Galveston | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| OPPE EL Galveston | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ROOSEVELT-WILSON EL Texas City | 9.7 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODROW WILSON DAEP Texas City | 9.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVARY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION MINISTRY Texas City | 9.9 mi | — |
| FRY INT Texas City | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,262
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
23,542
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
39.1
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| QUBA ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.6 |
| FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland, TX | 7.5 |
| REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving, TX | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Family Catholic School
What grades does Holy Family Catholic School serve?
Holy Family Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Family Catholic School?
Holy Family Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Catholic School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Family Catholic School rank in TX?
Holy Family Catholic School ranks #127 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Holy Family Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Family Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Family Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Holy Family 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 Family Catholic School a religious school?
Holy Family Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (409) 765-6607
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