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Holy Cross is a coeducational Catholic school serving children in Pre-Kindergarten for 3-year- olds through Eighth Grade.

We are a diverse, faith-centered community dedicated to nurturing the whole child. Recognized in 2013 as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Holy Cross provides an inclusive and supportive learning environment where each student is encouraged to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.

In 2013 the U.S. Department of Education named Holy Cross a National Blue Ribbon School. Holy Cross was one of just fifty private schools to win the award, in recognition of our exemplary high performance. We will be eligible to reapply for the spec…

Holy Cross students receive personal attention in a warm, caring, and safe environment. Our students learn to contribute to one another, to their families and to the global community.

Faith, Scholarship, and Service are our guiding principles. These values guide our students, faculty and parent community in all we do. We welcome you to explore our website and encourage you to attend one of our open house events, schedule a private tour or arrange a shadow day for your child.

Parent Comments

“Students at Holy Cross School are academically challenged and nurtured in a disciplined, kind and loving environment.”

"Teachers tailor their instruction to the individual needs of students and can easily enrich the already advanced curriculum to challenge students."

"The entire curriculum is not only intellectually-rigorous; it is rooted in Christian values of respect for and service to others."

"Holy Cross is a family. It reminds me of the small, rural school that I grew up attending. The education my children receive is second to none and I love the values and Christian ideals incorporated into everyday student life."

"We love that the student body at Holy Cross is a perfect amalgamation of the world, while at the same time delivering a blue ribbon quality education and imparting Christian principles to our son."

"The sense of community extends to the students too, where the older students look out for and mentor the younger ones."

"The students’ moral formation is guided through teaching, example, attendance at Mass, and opportunities for service."

"The teachers care more than at any school I've been involved with, and I find them to be ultra-competent."

"As parents we love the strong sense of community; the class is small enough that we really get to know the other parents and kids at birthday parties, field trips, and school events."

"The nurturing staff and smaller class size has benefitted my children's relationships with peers and educators. The respect and faith taught in the classroom has carried over into home and sports life - it's great to see."

Holy Cross School spirit soaring in Maine! 🦞#ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #ALwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit #HCSeverywhere

Holy Cross School spirit shining bright on the beautiful shores of St. Martin! 🌊☀️💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #HCSeverywhere #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Holy Cross School spirit spotted at Martin’s Tavern in Georgetown! Every U.S president from Harry Truman to George W. Bush has dined here—including JFK, who proposed to Jackie Kennedy in the famous “Proposal Booth”! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind#SchoolSpirit

Congrats to Emmy, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum and recent Albert Einstein High School grad! Emmy excelled in IB courses, led the swim team as captain, and is now headed to the University of Kentucky! She’ll be majoring in Communications and minoring in French as part of the Lewis Honors College. We are so proud of you! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #Classof2021 #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk

Holy Cross School spirit takes center stage at the Opéra National de Bordeaux – Grand-Théâtre in Bordeaux, France! Our Hawks shine wherever they go! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

¡Saludos from the Island of Ons, off the coast of beautiful Galicia, Spain! Even across the Atlantic, Holy Cross School spirit shines bright! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Holy Cross School spirit spotted in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts! Our Hawks bring their school pride wherever they go! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Holy Cross School pride was on full display at the Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers summer program! Our students did an amazing job collaborating, exploring, creating, and shining bright in STEM! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #STEM

Our fabulous 5th Grade teacher, Miss Striegel, brought her school spirit to the beautiful Blue Cave in Croatia! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Spotted in Mexico and representing HCS with pride, Holy Cross School spirit knows no borders! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Summer fun and school spirit on the Holy Cross playground! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Congratulations to Nnedi, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum! A recent graduate of Sidwell Friends School, Nnedi is headed to Northwestern University to study Computer Science with a minor in Digital Media. We’re so proud and can’t wait to see all you’ll accomplish! 💚 #ILoveHolyCross #ADWcommUNITY #NorthwesternBound #WomenInSTEM #SidwellFriendsSchool

Wishing our Holy Cross School community a joyful and safe 4th of July! May your day be filled with celebration, gratitude, and time spent with loved ones. Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay

Big congratulations to Annetta, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum and recent Georgetown Visitation graduate! This fall, she’s off to the University of Pennsylvania to major in Physics and minor in Data Science. We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s next! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #UniversityOfPennsylvania #WomenInSTEM #GeorgetownVisitation

💦 Splish, splash, and school spirit! Our rising first graders are soaking up the summer fun, making memories, and building friendships that will last a lifetime! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind #SchoolSpirit

Congratulations to Andrew, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum and recent St. John’s College High School graduate! Andrew is headed to the University of Maryland to study Chemistry 🧪🐢. At SJC, he was a standout leader and scholar—Varsity Tennis, Wind Ensemble, Peer Ministry, SGA Secretary, NHS, Spanish NHS, and API Club! We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished, Andrew! #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #UMD #SJC

Holy Cross School spirit spotted at scout camp! 🏕️ Whether in the classroom or the great outdoors, our students proudly represent HCS wherever they go! 💚 #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #AlwaysBeKind

Big congratulations to Jack, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum and recent St. John’s College High School graduate! Jack is headed to the University of Maryland to major in biology. We can't wait to see all he’ll accomplish. Go Terps! 🐢🔬📚 #HolyCrossPride #HCAlumni #UMD #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross

Congratulations to our pastor, Father Wyble, on the 9th anniversary of his ordination as a priest. Holy Cross School appreciates all you do for our students and families! #adwcommunity #iloveholycross

Congratulations to Jude, Holy Cross Class of 2021 alum and future Cardinal at The Catholic University of America! Wishing him all the best as he begins this exciting new chapter, majoring in history. We’re so proud! 💚 #HolyCrossPride #HCAlumni #ADWcommUNITY #ILoveHolyCross #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk #CUA @catholicuniversity

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