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#393 of 571 private schools in WI

Holy Cross Lutheran School

Elementary School

701 HOLY CROSS WAY, Madison, WI 53704

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#393 of 571

In Madison

#18 of 20

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About Holy Cross Lutheran School

Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Madison, WI. Holy Cross Lutheran School serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Holy Cross Lutheran School show 30% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.1 pts below WI schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, Holy Cross Lutheran 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.

Holy Cross Lutheran 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

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How Holy Cross Lutheran School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.6:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

165

This School

352

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%

Asian 4.2% vs 0%

Holy Cross Lutheran School Madison Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross Lutheran School (this school)	—	165	17.6:1	5.7
Kennedy Elementary	1.1 mi	579	13.8:1	4.3
Hawthorne Elementary	2.0 mi	321	10:1	5.5
Elvehjem Elementary	2.1 mi	403	14.4:1	7.4
Whitehorse Middle	2.1 mi	400	12.9:1	4.5
Schenk Elementary	2.2 mi	444	11.4:1	6.2
Sandburg Elementary	2.3 mi	411	11.1:1	6.1
Lowell Elementary	2.9 mi	335	12.4:1	8.4
Emerson Elementary	3.3 mi	317	11.3:1	7.6
Isthmus Montessori Academy Public	3.4 mi	220	14.7:1	8.6
Milestone Democratic School	3.5 mi	84	14:1	7.3
Sennett Middle	3.6 mi	579	11.6:1	5.2
Dr Virginia Henderson Elementary School	3.7 mi	463	10.1:1	7.4
Sherman Middle	3.8 mi	385	13.3:1	5.1
Marquette Elementary	3.8 mi	159	11.4:1	7.9
O'Keeffe Middle	3.8 mi	439	12.9:1	6.7
Lake View Elementary	4.2 mi	287	9:1	4.6
Lapham Elementary	4.5 mi	211	10.6:1	6.3
Gompers Elementary	4.8 mi	220	10.5:1	7.5
Black Hawk Middle	4.9 mi	376	15.7:1	4.3
One City Elementary School	5.1 mi	283	12.3:1	7.4

Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Madison

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 WI.

Classroom Attention

C 2.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,252.8

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 23%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 165

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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 WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

42.1% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 49.8% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

42.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.3%

Hispanic 8.5%

Asian 4.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

701 HOLY CROSS WAY, Madison, WI 53704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Monona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elvehjem Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Kennedy Elementary Madison	1.1 mi	579	4.3
TOAD HILL CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison	1.2 mi	5	—
BLOOMING GROVE MONTESSORI Madison	1.2 mi	37	3.9
WINGS TO SOAR ONLINE ACADEMY Madison	1.5 mi	135	4.2
Elvehjem Elementary Madison	2.1 mi	403	7.4
EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison	1.8 mi	96	6.9
ST DENNIS SCHOOL Madison	1.9 mi	246	6.9
Sandburg Elementary Madison	2.3 mi	411	6.1
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison	2.6 mi	292	7.5
Whitehorse Middle Madison	2.1 mi	400	4.5
Schenk Elementary Madison	2.2 mi	444	6.2
Hawthorne Elementary Madison	2.0 mi	321	5.5
Milestone Democratic School Madison	3.5 mi	84	7.3
Monona Grove High Monona	3.2 mi	1,144	5.9
Lowell Elementary Madison	2.9 mi	335	8.4
LaFollette High Madison	3.5 mi	1,527	4.5
Dr Virginia Henderson Elementary School Madison	3.7 mi	463	7.4
Sennett Middle Madison	3.6 mi	579	5.2
OPERATION FRESH START Madison	3.0 mi	36	7.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monona	3.6 mi	163	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,007

Median Home Value

$289,000

Median Rent

$1,231/mo

Population

47,136

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
DAVIDS STAR EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson, WI	124	5.7
Elcho Elementary Elcho, WI	126	5.7
Franklin Elementary Wausau, WI	191	5.7
Hatley Elementary Hatley, WI	141	5.7
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartford, WI	227	5.7
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Bend, WI	228	5.7

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 Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Lutheran School?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School is 17.6:1. 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 WI?

Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks #393 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Lutheran School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holy Cross Lutheran School has 30% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Holy Cross Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious 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 Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 27 Some Transit
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 165
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dane County
Phone: (608) 249-3101

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