Holy Cross Catholic Academy (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

4110 S Bonham St
Amarillo, TX 79110

Holy Cross Catholic Academy is a co-educational middle school and high school serving the diocese of Amarillo, Texas.

The school provides a well-rounded academic and moral education in a faith environment for students in grades six through twelve.

Our focus is preparing students for the future. The mission of Holy Cross Catholic Academy is to share the experience of the life and message of Jesus Christ.

We challenge each student to attain the full God-given potential necessary to witness as a contributing member of the school, the Church, and society.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TX School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 121 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Cross Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1928

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

121 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

56%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Holy Cross Catholic Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Lynette Rickwartz

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFootball

GolfTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

School Motto: Believe. Desire. Do.
School Mascot: Mustangs

Holy Cross Catholic Academy is a co-educational middle school and high school serving the diocese of Amarillo, Texas.
The school provides a well-rounded academic and moral education in a faith environment for students in grades six through twelve.
Our focus is preparing students for the future.
The mission of Holy Cross Catholic Academy is to share the experience of the life and message of Jesus Christ.
We challenge each student to attain the full God-given potential necessary to witness as a contributing member of the school, the Church, and society.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Holy Cross Catholic Academy often compared to?

Holy Cross Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Ascension Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Holy Cross Catholic Academy offer?

Holy Cross Catholic Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Holy Cross Catholic Academy's ranking?

Holy Cross Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic Academy?

The application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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