Holy Family Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024-25)

5.00 (2 reviews)

2601 Ave. N
Galveston, TX 77550

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Tel: (409) 765-6607

hfcsgalv.org

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The mission of Holy Family Catholic School is to form future Saints and Scholars.

Our Catholic Identity is integrated throughout the day in academic classes.

Small class sizes mean that teachers target the individual needs of each student.

Students have the opportunity to participate in sports and other extracurricular activities.

A generous program of tuition assistance makes Holy Family Catholic School an affordable option for a premiere education.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 66 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,840
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1847

Student Body

Total Students

66 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

Holy Family Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,840

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Tuition Notes

Generous tuition assistance program available. Application is found on the school website.

% on Financial Aid

85%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Admissions Director

Jeanna Porter

Admissions Associate

Mary Clare Blackburn

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

Basketball, Track and Field, Volleyball

School Notes

As the first Catholic school in the state of Texas, Holy Family Catholic School celebrates its long and rich history while embracing cutting edge instructional methods and materials. Students receive targeted individualized instruction in all of the core subjects including a daily religion class. With 1:1 laptops, students integrate 21st century skills and technology into their daily education while developing traditional character traits and virtues.
Recognizing that safety is a top concern for all of our stakeholders, Holy Family Catholic School has a comprehensive safety program. All visitors entering the campus are screened using Raptor technology. All exterior doors are locked and monitored by safety cameras. All interior doors are locked unless an adult is present in the room to monitor students. IRIS alerts keep parents informed with text and voice messages if there is a situation of concern. We never take our students' safety for granted.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Family Catholic School cost?

Holy Family Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,840 for private students.

What schools are Holy Family Catholic School often compared to?

Holy Family Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Episcopal School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Holy Family Catholic School offer?

Holy Family Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Holy Family Catholic School's ranking?

Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Holy Family Catholic School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

My son started going to Holy Family Catholic School since the 2nd grade. It's a safe environment, good class sizes and he enjoys participating in the extracurricular activities they offer. He's been very comfortable here.

- Posted by Parent - berto

5 1/29/2015

My child really enjoys Holy Family Catholic School. The small class sizes allow him to learn and get individual attention from the teachers. That and the activities offered a the school make him feel very comfortable and allow him to make friends easily.

- Posted by Parent - TroyI

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