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Holy Cross Preparatory Academy

5035 Route 130 S
Riverside, NJ 08075
Vision: To serve as the premier institute for faith formation, education, and leadership in South Jersey.
Mission: To inspire young men and women to become resilient lifelong leaders through wisdom and holiness.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,700
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Cross Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
297 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Holy Cross Preparatory Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP European History, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, AP Macroeconomics, AP PreCalculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP United States History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Seasonal uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Nov. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Darian D'Alfonso
Admissions Associate
Jaquelyn Yiatrou

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Campus Ministry, Debate, Key Club, Mock Trial, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Recycling, Ski, Social Media Club, Special Olympics, Sports Management, Student Government, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Computer-Aided Drawing, Dance I, Dance Team, Fall Play, Graphic Design (I and II), Honors Art, III, Pep Band, Photography, Spring Musical, Studio Art (I, II, III, and IV), Theater Program

School Notes

  • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
  • Collegiate Block Scheduling
  • 20 Dual Enrolled Courses via partnership with:
    • Holy Family University
    • Mount Saint Mary's University
    • Rowan College at Burlington County
  • 14 Advanced Placement Courses
  • 44 Academic Electives
  • Over 95% Co-Curricular Activity Participation
  • 16 Interscholastic Varsity Athletic Teams
  • 94 Acre Campus
  • 100% Graduation Rate
  • 1:1 Technology Program
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • J. Mark Baiada '65 - Ten years after graduating from Holy Cross Preparatory Academy, Mr. J. Mark Baiada '65 invested his life savings of $16,000 in a belief that people deserve a safe home life with comfort, autonomy, and dignity. Today, more than 28,000 employees have answered the call to serve with BAYADA Home Health Care. BAYADA Home Health Care serves as an international nonprofit home health care provider, with more than 360 offices in 23 states, with locations in Germany, India, Ireland, New Zealand, and South Korea.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Cross Preparatory Academy cost?
Holy Cross Preparatory Academy's tuition is approximately $11,700 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Holy Cross Preparatory Academy?
Holy Cross Preparatory Academy famous alumni include: J. Mark Baiada '65.
What sports does Holy Cross Preparatory Academy offer?
Holy Cross Preparatory Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Holy Cross Preparatory Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is Holy Cross Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Holy Cross Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Preparatory Academy?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Preparatory Academy is Nov. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
We made the choice to have all of our children enter into this private high school for many reasons. Safety, curriculum, size and ease of transport along with a variety of activities and sports for all. Although the facilities are aging, the programs were well balanced and we were able to budget for each of our 4 children. They each had issues with school, like any teen, but all really have loved what the school had to offer for them. Classes of ''07,''09, ''13, and soon to be ''17!
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5  
Mr. Guida (now principal) always has a smile on his face and is willing to help ALL students in anyway he possibly can. During my tenure at Holy Cross I passed the AP economics exam, the class he taught. My parents and I were ecstatic as this saved us thousands of dollars in college, how can you beat that? He is a wonderful teacher and I highly recommend him and the Holy Cross education. Currently I am employed full time in the economics field and a big thanks goes out to Mr. Guida!
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,700
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Burlington County, NJ is $9,394 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Burlington County, NJ is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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