Holy Cross School in Trenton, NJ, serves 254 co–ed students from preschool through eighth grade in a central city setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 25:1 with 10 teaching staff members.
Founded as a Catholic institution, Holy Cross School is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 62% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting the diversity of the local community.
As a central city Catholic K–8 private school, Holy Cross offers education from early childhood through middle school.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
254 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to Holy Cross School is Sprout U School Of The Arts (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Sacred Heart School-trenton (0.9 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Sacred Heart School-trenton
(Catholic)
333 South Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 393-2801
Trenton, NJ 08608
(609) 393-2801
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 178 students
Sprout U School Of The Arts![Sprout U School Of The Arts Photo]( "Sprout U School Of The Arts Photo")
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
137 North Broad Street
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
Trenton, NJ 08609
(609) 960-2004
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 78 students Sports: 22 Tuition listed
The Newgrange School
Special Education School
526 S Olden Ave
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
Trenton, NJ 08629
(609) 584-1800
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 92 students
25 Oxford Street
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
Trenton, NJ 08638
(609) 695-9900
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
177 Leonard Ave
Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
Trenton, NJ 08610
(604) 586-5888
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 278 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
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