True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson

True cross catholic school, the first parochial school on the Galveston county mainland,was founded in 1946, by father Thomas Carney, and was originally staffed by the sisters of Sisters of St. Mary of Namar.
True cross catholic school has been providing a high-quality catholic educational experience to Galveston county and its surrounding areas.
True cross school is a community called by god to grow in wisdom and grace just as Jesus did when he was a child.
As we grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally, we will learn to share our god-given gifts with others.
In this way, the kingdom of god will grow and prosper to his eternal glory.
True cross catholic school is a Christ catholic school Community, who, united with its parish, and in collaboration with its families, nurtures and form the minds, hearts, and spirits of the children it serves.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • True cross catholic school, the first parochial school on the Galveston county mainland,was founded in 1946, by father Thomas Carney, and was originally staffed by the sisters of Sisters of St. Mary of Namar. True cross catholic school has been providing a high-quality catholic educational experience to Galveston county and its surrounding areas. True cross school is a community called by god to grow in wisdom and grace just as Jesus did when he was a child. As we grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally, we will learn to share our god-given gifts with others. In this way, the kingdom of god will grow and prosper to his eternal glory. True cross catholic school is a Christ catholic school Community, who, united with its parish, and in collaboration with its families, nurtures and form the minds, hearts, and spirits of the children it serves.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson often compared to?
True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson is often viewed alongside schools like Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson?
The application deadline for True Cross Catholtic School - Dickinson is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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I enjoyed my time here and made many friends and connections. Classes keep getting smaller and smaller, though-
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I enjoyed my time at True Cross, and I am glad I had the opportunity to attend. I made lasting friendships and great memories.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Galveston County, TX is $5,007 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Galveston County, TX is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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