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Welcome to Holy Cross High School!
Holy Cross High School is a comprehensive high school in The Diocese of Scranton offering courses in five levels of study to meet the needs of all students.
Please join us on Sunday, November 3, 2025 for our Open House to learn more about why our S.A.T. scores rank in the top 1% across 7 counties and how the Holy Cross community will benefit your high school student.
The return on investment on a Holy Cross education for your student can be seen in the impressive achievements of our recent graduates. In total the scholarships & grants offered to the Holy Cross High School, Class of 2025, add up to 514. The value of those scholarships awarded is a very impressive $24,806,807!
Here are some additional reasons to consider a Holy Cross education:
- 10:1 student to faculty ratio
- 25% of students are in AP Classes
- 37% of students are in Honors Classes
- 20+ clubs and activities
- 21 PIAA sports teams
- and we welcome students of all levels of academic achievement
Scholarships, Tuition Assistance & Tuition Reduction Programs are available with an average of 33% of our families receiving tuition assistance each year!
In many cases, transportation to and from school is available through Diocesan and district busing opportunities.
Learn more about the Memorandum of Understanding between the Diocese of Scranton and King's College, Marywood University, Misericordia University, and The University of Scranton.
Learn more about our Immaculate Heart of Mary Scholars Program offered to eligible students during their junior & senior years at Holy Cross High School.
Tour our School
Thank you for joining us Sunday, October 27, 2024 for our annual Open House!
If you weren't able to join us, and would to tour the school and learn more about Holy Cross High School, please call the school and schedule a private tour!
Academic Programs
Academic Programs
Academic Programs
Programs include modified college preparatory, college preparatory, and an honors program with Advanced Placement (A.P.) classes.Additionally, Holy Cross offers a range of programs such as the Individual Instruction (II program), Career Technology Center, Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM program.)
Incoming Freshmen
Academic Programs
Academic Programs
Incoming freshmen are required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) which is used to assist in the proper program placement for the student. This test is given in November to all diocesan 8th grade students. If your student is not attending a diocesan elementary school, or your student did not take the placement test in November
Incoming freshmen are required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT) which is used to assist in the proper program placement for the student. This test is given in November to all diocesan 8th grade students. If your student is not attending a diocesan elementary school, or your student did not take the placement test in November, please call the school Guidance Office (570-346-7541) to schedule the test
Transfer Students
Academic Programs
Transfer Students
Parents requesting a transfer of a student into Holy Cross High School must call the school to schedule an appointment with our vice principal (570-346-7541). A transcript from the present school along with a copy of the student’s latest report card will be required.
Be a Crusader for a Day!
Be a Crusader for the Day!
Shadowing is an opportunity for any student, who is considering enrollment, to spend a day at Holy Cross High School and experience the Holy Cross family firsthand. Potential students are paired with a Holy Cross student for a day to attend classes, and get a true feel for student life at Holy Cross. Personal tours during school hours are also available upon request.
Please register below and a member of Guidance will call to schedule your Shadow Day.
Our shadowing day begins at 8 AM and ends at 2 PM.
Our Shadowing Program will begin in October of 2025!
Important Dates
November 2, 2025– Holy Cross Open House
Please join us on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 11AM to 3PM for tours and information. Check back for more details!
November 8, 2025 – Placement Test Date for any student who has not tested in the Diocese of Scranton School System.
Diocese of Scranton supporting elementary school students will have an opportunity for testing during the school day at their schools. Testing will take place throughout the month of November.
December 3, 2025 - 8th Grade Scholarship Reception. Student scholarship recipients will be notified by mail.
December 10, 2025; 6PM - 8th Grade Parent Meeting to review next steps for entry into Holy Cross High School.
HSPT Test
The High School Placement Test will be conducted on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 8:30 am for students wishing to enroll in Holy Cross High School and do not attend a Diocesan Supporting Elementary School.
Scholarships will be based on the High School Placement Test (HSPT).