Cristo Rey Jesuit, a Catholic high school, combines personal responsibility, academic rigor, and a corporate work-study program to empower students of all faiths from economically challenged families to reach their full potential. The school opened its doors with some 80 students in August 2009. Currently, all of the school`s nearly 500 students participate in the Corporate Work-Study Program where four students share one entry-level position at corporations around the city to pay half of their education costs. 100% of the students from each of Cristo Rey Jesuit`s graduating classes has been accepted into college.
Cristo Rey Jesuit is part of a larger network of 35 schools across the nation. For more information: www.cristoreyjesuit.org.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Yearly Tuition: $400
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 19 / May. 30 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
485 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Average Class Size
24 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP English: Langauge and Composition, AP English: Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics, AP Spanish: Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP US Government
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 19 / May. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$400-$3500 on a sliding scale depending on the family\'s financial resources. Students earn half of their education working one day a week at Houston-area companies through our Corporate Work-Study Program.
Admissions Director
Alexander Zapata
Admissions Associate
Adriana Martinez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student Union, Chess Club, Choir, Culinary Club, Eagle Investors, Environmental Club, Garden Club, Literary Arts Club, Magis Ministry Club, National Honor Society, Psychology Club, Student Ambassador Program, Student Council, The Woods Club, Theater Club, Year Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Drumline, Music Club
Black Student Union, Chess Club, Choir, Culinary Club, Eagle Investors, Environmental Club, Garden Club, Literary Arts Club, Magis Ministry Club, National Honor Society, Psychology Club, Student Ambassador Program, Student Council, The Woods Club, Theater Club, Year Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Drumline, Music Club
School Notes
- Cristo Rey Jesuit is designed exclusively to serve families who demonstrate a financial need. Families must qualify (fall at or below a designated income cap) in order to qualify for admission to Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory. All student also must be at least14 year old by September 1 of their entry year into Cristo Rey Jesuit and must also be authorized to work in the United States, as all students partipate in our one-of-a-kind Corporate Work-Study Program. Finally, student must be able to demonstrate their willingness to be in a College Preparatory School and be able to maintain the rigor that it requires.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston cost?
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston's tuition is approximately $400 for private students.
What sports does Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston offer?
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston's ranking?
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston?
The application deadline for Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston is Jan. 19 / May. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 19 / May. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston located?
Cristo Rey Jesuit College Prep School Of Houston is located in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in Southeast Houston.
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