Holy Trinity Catholic High School

What Holy Trinity Catholic High School does

Holy Trinity Catholic High School is a private, nonprofit Catholic college-preparatory secondary school serving grades 9-12 in Temple, Texas. Founded in 1997 by a parent group in partnership with St. Luke's Catholic Church, it operates as one of six Catholic high schools within the Diocese of Austin and is accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department. The school operates from a 31-acre permanent campus at 6608 W. Adams Avenue (occupied since November 30, 2010) featuring academic buildings (EBCO Science Center, Aquinas Math Building, Assisi Annex), athletic facilities (Celtic Fitness Center, ball fields), a Tornado Safe Shelter serving as cafeteria/auditorium, and chapel spaces. Approximately 7 faculty and 11 total staff support an average class size of 20 students at a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, with both Catholic and non-Catholic families admitted (roughly 20% non-Catholic).

The school's core product is a Catholic, college-preparatory curriculum combining 10 Advanced Placement courses across English, mathematics, science, social studies, Spanish, and art history, with dual-credit partnerships enabling seniors to take classes on the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and Scott & White BioScience Center campuses. A FACT (Forensics, Academics, Competitive Theater) team, a Celtic Athletics program competing in TAPPS as a 2A school, a Fine Arts program, and a Celtic Families house system (four Irish-saint families) reinforce the academic core. Faith formation is woven through daily 11:12 a.m. prayer, weekly Mass, Advent/Lenten/Senior retreats at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center, student chapel ministries, and a 20-hour community service requirement. The school reports a 100% graduation rate with $3-5M in scholarships per graduating class, TAPPS Academic State Championships 12 of the last 14 years, and 17 consecutive years qualifying for the NSDA national tournament.

The business model is tuition-driven and consumer-direct. Standard tuition is $12,950 per student for the 2026-2027 academic year, with international students paying $16,960 plus a $500 registration fee (or $19,960 all-inclusive). Approximately 75% of students receive financial assistance sourced through the school's own aid, ACE Scholarships, Folds of Honor, Beacon of Hope, and (beginning 2026-27) Texas Education Freedom Accounts. Ancillary revenue streams include application fees ($50), re-enrollment fees ($300 or $250 early), athletic fees ($300), FACTS tuition management fees ($50), bus transportation (~$2,500 annually), yearbook sales (Jostens, $40-$55), and a structured development operation comprising an Annual Fund, planned giving, a vehicle donation program, a Celtic Gala, and a Celtic Golf Tournament. Student information is managed through RenWeb/FACTS SIS, productivity runs on Microsoft O365 and Google Workspace, athletic events stream on NFHS Network, and admissions flow through online applications, campus tours, "Celtic for a Day" shadow visits, Lunch & Learn events, parish outreach, and community fairs.

Name

Holy Trinity Catholic High School

Legal name

Holy Trinity Catholic High School

Website

https://holytrinitychs.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Holy Trinity Catholic High School is a private Catholic college-preparatory school serving grades 9-12 in Temple, Texas. It offers AP and dual-credit coursework, TAPPS athletics, faith formation, and community service to roughly 100-200 students at a 7:1 teacher ratio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• College preparatory education
• Catholic secondary education
• Private high school
• Faith-based education
• Secondary education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Temple

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. 2026-2027 tuition is $12,950 per student. Payment options include annual, semester, or monthly installments through FACTS Tuition Management.
2. International Student Tuition: International students pay $16,960 tuition plus $500 registration fee. All-inclusive plan with transportation available for $19,960.
3. Registration and Fees: Application fee ($50), re-enrollment fee ($300), athletic fee ($300 per student). FACTS management fee ($50 annual) for monthly payment plans.
4. Transportation Services: Bus transportation from West Bell County areas. Morning/Afternoon route costs $2,500 annually ($250 registration + $250 monthly). One-way routes cost $1,250 annually. St. Mary's to Holy Trinity route is $250.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

Holy Trinity Catholic High School is a private, coeducational Catholic college-preparatory secondary school for grades 9-12, committed to forming the intellect, heart, and character of students through gospel-based education of the highest academic quality. The school delivers a college-preparatory curriculum featuring 10 Advanced Placement courses and dual credit partnerships with University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and Scott and White BioScience Center, complemented by athletics, fine arts, forensics/speech & debate, and Catholic faith formation programs.

Product overview

Holy Trinity Catholic High School is a Diocesan Catholic college-preparatory school (grades 9-12) that operates as a unified educational institution rather than a modular software product. The school's core offering is its Catholic college-preparatory education program enhanced by Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses, with supplementary programs including the FACT Team (Forensics, Academics, Competitive Theater), Celtic Athletics, Fine Arts, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Math Club, Celtic Families house system, Spiritual Retreats, Student Chapel Ministries, Daily Prayer & Liturgy Services, Community Service requirements, College Counseling, and Transportation Services. The school uses RenWeb (FACTS SIS) for student information management and partners with external providers including Microsoft O365/GSuite for productivity, NFHS Network for athletic streaming, Jostens for yearbooks, and Risse Brothers for uniforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Catholic College-Preparatory Education Private, coeducational Catholic college-preparatory secondary school for grades 9-12, committed to developing intellect, educating the heart, and forming character through gospel-based education of the highest academic quality.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses College-level AP courses across core academic subjects including English Language and Composition, English Literature, Calculus AB, Biology, Chemistry, U.S. Government, U.S. History, European History, Spanish Language, and Art History, enabling students to earn college credit.
• Dual Credit Classes College credit-earning courses offered in partnership with University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and Scott and White BioScience Center, enabling seniors to attend classes on university campuses and earn college credits.
• Celtic Athletics Program Athletics program competing in TAPPS as a 2A school, including football, volleyball, cross country, basketball, soccer, swimming, track, baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and cheerleading. About 80% of students are athletes.
• FACT Team (Forensics, Academics, Competitive Theater) Combined Speech & Debate, Academic Competition, and Drama program that has won the TAPPS Academic State Championship 12 of the last 16 years and qualified for the NSDA national tournament 17 consecutive years.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive fine arts offerings including Choir, Drama, Art, and TAPPS Art team, producing annual performances under the direction of the Director of Fine Arts.
• National Honor Society Chapter of the National Honor Society recognizing outstanding high school students demonstrating excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Requires a 92.5 GPA minimum and sophomore, junior, or senior standing.
• Mu Alpha Theta Math Club Chapter of the National High School Mathematics Honor Society dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics and promoting enjoyment of math. Requires completion of Algebra I and Geometry with a 3.0 math GPA.
• Celtic Families House System House system modeled after British educational tradition, organizing students into four families (Aidan, Columba, Finnian, Killian) to foster mentorship, leadership development, and community through weekly gatherings and service projects.
• Spiritual Retreats Program Semester spiritual retreats including Advent Retreat and Lenten Retreat for all students, plus a special overnight Senior Class retreat held at Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center in Belton.
• College Counseling Services College advising program providing academic planning, college selection guidance, application process support, financial aid information, university visits, and career path counseling.
• Transportation Services Bus transportation from West Bell County serving St. Mary's Catholic School (Temple), St. Joseph Catholic Academy (Killeen), St. Paul Chong Hasang (Harker Heights), and Holy Family (Copperas Cove). Morning and afternoon routes available.
• International Student Program Dedicated international student program providing F-1 visa sponsorship, I-20 issuance, and SEVIS registration. International tuition is $16,960 plus a $500 registration fee, with an all-inclusive plan with transportation available at $19,960.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% graduation rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supportive and foundational.

• University of Mary Hardin-BaylorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit partnership enabling seniors to attend classes on the UMHB campus. Students can earn college credits while in high school through this partnership.
• Scott and White BioScience CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit partnership enabling seniors to attend classes at the BioScience campus for college credit opportunities in science fields.
• ACE ScholarshipssupportiveGTM or Marketing PartnerScholarship partnership through FACTS Management System. Families can apply for ACE Scholarships when submitting financial aid applications.
• Folds of Honor / The Folded Flag FoundationsupportiveGTM or Marketing PartnerScholarship program for families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders. Separate application through Folds of Honor website.
• Beacon of Hope Scholarship ProgramsupportiveGTM or Marketing PartnerScholarship program partnership through FACTS Management System, providing additional financial assistance options for qualifying families.
• FACTS Tuition ManagementcoreTechnology or IntegrationAll families must register with FACTS for tuition management regardless of payment option. System handles monthly payments, financial aid applications, and includes optional tuition protection (Peace of Mind) for $22.50/year covering up to $30,000 in paid tuition.
• Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)supportiveGTM or Marketing PartnerTexas state program created in 2025 allowing eligible families to use education savings accounts for tuition and approved education expenses. Available starting 2026-27 school year.
• Risse Brothers School UniformssupportiveChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial uniform provider starting July 2026. Families purchase uniforms directly from Risse Brothers website. Contact information available for sizing questions.
• Texas Association for Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState organization governing sports, academic competitions, and fine arts contests. Holy Trinity participates as a 2A member school in good standing.
• National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization upholding highest standards of Catholic education. Membership ensures faith-filled and academically rigorous experience.
• Diocese of Austin Catholic SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiocesan network of Catholic schools. Holy Trinity is one of six Catholic high schools in the Diocese, dedicated to fostering community of faith and learning.
• St. Mary's Catholic SchoolsupportiveChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeeder school providing bus transportation for students. Located in Temple, departing at 7:40am and upon school dismissal.
• St. Joseph Catholic AcademysupportiveChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeeder school providing bus transportation for students from Killeen area.
• Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat CentersupportiveOthersRetreat venue in Belton used for Advent and Lenten retreats as well as Senior overnight retreats. Provides sacred space for spiritual formation.
• NFHS NetworksupportiveTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for live streaming athletic events. Provides NFHS Learning Center resources for student-athlete development.
• St. Luke's Catholic ChurchfoundationalStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginal founding partner from 1997. School was initially housed in the Religious Education Building on the St. Luke's campus before moving to permanent location.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• John Paul II High School: Catholic college-preparatory high school in Plano, TX; another Diocese-of-the-region Catholic secondary school with AP offerings and championship athletics.
• Frassati Catholic High School: Catholic college-preparatory high school in the Houston/Spring area; directly comparable in faith formation, small class sizes, and TAPPS competition.
• Central Catholic High School: San Antonio-based Catholic college-preparatory high school with similar AP/dual-credit programs and TAPPS participation.
• Antonian College Preparatory High School: Catholic college-preparatory school in San Antonio serving grades 9-12; comparable in size, college-prep focus, and TAPPS 2A-3A classification.
• San Juan Diego Catholic High School: Catholic college-preparatory high school in the Diocese of Austin serving grades 9-12, directly comparable in mission, size, and Diocesan oversight.
• Bishop Lynch High School: Catholic college-preparatory high school in the Diocese of Dallas; comparable in academic competitiveness, Catholic identity, and college outcomes focus.
• St. Michael's Catholic Academy: Diocese of Austin Catholic college-preparatory school in Austin, TX; similar faith-based college-prep model and TAPPS competitive structure.
• Nolan Catholic High School: Diocese of Fort Worth Catholic high school operating at 2A-3A TAPPS class, comparable in curriculum, athletics, and faith formation offerings.

Emerging players

• Concordia Lutheran High School: Tomball, TX private college-preparatory high school; faith-affiliated (Lutheran) with comparable academic and athletic offerings, but non-Catholic identity.

Broad incumbents

• St. Andrew's Episcopal School: Larger private college-preparatory K-12 school in Austin, TX; competes for the same college-bound Central Texas families but operates at much greater scale and broader scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC2YP3vkqX2AnIqZFzTU5MEA
• Facebookfacebook.com/HolyTrinityCHS
• Instagraminstagram.com/holytrinitychs
• Xx.com/HolyTrinityOCSB

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

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