Holy Cross School vs. Gateway School
Should you attend Holy Cross School or Gateway School? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.
School Overview
School
Top Rankings
Holy Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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School History
Gateway School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Advanced Degrees
Overview
Holy Cross School has educated children for 160 years. Our WASC- and WCEA-accredited program provides students from preschool through 8th grade with an engaging and challenging academic experience within a faith-based and respectful environment.
Highly qualified teachers inspire students with a love of learning through an academic program that includes math, science, language arts, social studies, P.E., Spanish, music, Life Lab, competitive sports and student leadership.
Service to others is a key part of our students' education and service-learning projects are an integral part of the program at all grade levels
For more information about Holy Cross School and to schedule a personal tour, please call (831) 423-4447. We look forward to meeting you!
Located in Santa Cruz, Gateway School provides an exemplary education for grades Kindergarten through Middle School.
Children's innate curiosity and sense of wonder are nurtured daily through exploration, discovery, and hands-on experiences.
Our graduates have an inquiring spirit, are confident, act with grace and courtesy, and stand up for those who need help.
If you'd like to learn more, we invite you to visit our website or schedule a tour to experience all that Gateway has to offer!.
Grades Offered
PK-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild-learning differences
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1862
1970
Students Body
Total Students
159 students
243 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
12%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
23
-
Kindergarten Students
17
25
Grade 1 Students
17
30
Grade 2 Students
14
30
Grade 3 Students
18
30
Grade 4 Students
18
30
Grade 5 Students
20
30
Grade 6 Students
15
25
Grade 7 Students
7
23
Grade 8 Students
10
20
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
28 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
77%
88%
Average Class Size
20
15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:14
1:9
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(school uniform required)
(school uniform required)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Feb. 10 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$7,100
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Tuition Notes
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Flexible Tuition is available for families that qualify.
% on Financial Aid
30%
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
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Admissions Director
Patty Patano, Principal
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
4
3
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
9
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Choir, Life Lab, Student Council, Yearbook Committee
Art Classes, Cross Country, Garden Club, LGBTQ Alliance, Photography Club, Rock Band, Soccer Team, Student Council, Volleyball Team