Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Holy Cross High School
About the School
- We are committed to the development of the whole person, offering comprehensive academic, social and athletic programs which are rooted in the Gospel and teaching of the Catholic Church.
- A Roman Catholic High School, in the Diocese of Scranton, challenges its students to appreciate life-long learning and to develop character, leadership and integrity in a caring environment in order to promote a culture of peace, justice and service.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Holy Cross High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
349 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ricky Williams, Former NBA Player -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Cross High School cost?
Holy Cross High School's tuition is approximately $8,750 for private students.
What schools are Holy Cross High School often compared to?
Holy Cross High School is often viewed alongside schools like Scranton Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Holy Cross High School?
Holy Cross High School famous alumni include: Ricky Williams, Former NBA Player.
What is Holy Cross High School's ranking?
Holy Cross High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross High School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Holy Cross High School vs. Scranton Preparatory School
The nearest high school to Holy Cross High School is Friendship House (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Of Mt Carmel School (0.4 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students
Catholic
325 Chestnut St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-4429
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 270 students
Catholic
2215 N Washington Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-2790
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 65 students
Special Education School
751 Keystone Industrial Park Unit 1
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 285-7709
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students
Catholic
1527 Penn Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 65 students
Special Education School
751 Keystone Industrial Park Unit 1
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 285-7709
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
All-girls (Jewish)
620 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 666 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 23
Catholic
1000 Wyoming Avenue
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 941-7737
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Alternative School (Jewish)
1025 Vine St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 866-2216
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students
Catholic
325 Chestnut St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-4429
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 270 students
Catholic
2215 N Washington Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-2790
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 65 students
Special Education School
751 Keystone Industrial Park Unit 1
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 285-7709
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students
Catholic
1527 Penn Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students
Catholic
325 Chestnut St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-4429
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-3 | 270 students
Catholic
2215 N Washington Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-2790
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students
Catholic
1527 Penn Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Montessori School (Catholic)
2300 Adams Ave Marywood University
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 340-6085
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Quick Facts
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
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8/
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3700 Church Road
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 868-3161
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 868-3161
9421.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 735 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Kosciuszko Street
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-1320
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-1320
9422.3 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 513 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
(Math: 12% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 East Union St
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-2770
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-2770
9422.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
425 Kosciuszko St
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-7781
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-7781
9422.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
513 Kosciuszko St
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-6450
Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-6450
9422.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 505 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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