Holy Cross High School's mission is focused on setting high expectations for students; demanding everything students can give and accepting nothing less.
Our philosophy is that all students, despite varying ability, are capable of satisfying these high expectations given a personalized education, small class sizes, and a wide-ranging curriculum that meets needs at all academic levels.
For this reason, we have adopted the motto, “A size for all”, which symbolizes our efforts, through our diverse academic and co-curricular programs, to give students the opportunity to achieve academically, to excel athletically, and to participate in numerous clubs and organizations.
While Holy Cross High School is small in size, it is large enough to offer programs and services found at much larger schools.
Holy Cross District High School provides quality Catholic education for all of its students through the deeply rooted commitment of the Holy Cross school community to education, diversity, family, and religion.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked KY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,560
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Holy Cross District High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
349 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Cross District High School cost?
Holy Cross District High School's tuition is approximately $8,560 for private students.
What schools are Holy Cross District High School often compared to?
Holy Cross District High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Henry District High School by visitors of our site.
What is Holy Cross District High School's ranking?
Holy Cross District High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross District High School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross District High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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