DePaul Cristo Rey is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school educating young people who have the potential but limited financial means to go to college.
Following the national Cristo Rey model, it partners its academic program with a Corporate Work Study Program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,407
- Application Deadline: Dec. 4 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Depaul Cristo Rey High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2011
Student Body
Total Students
318 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 4 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Ohio families don’t pay tuition. Out-of-state students will be charged $500 in tuition.
Every family pays $400 in fees annually.
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,407
Admissions Director
Yasmeen Khan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
DePaul Gentlemen's Club, Exercise Club, Fashion and Costume Design, Forever Kings, Game Club, Girls Code, Jesus Club, Mock Trial Team, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Tanzania Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choir, Dance Team, Drama Club, Film Club
DePaul Gentlemen's Club, Exercise Club, Fashion and Costume Design, Forever Kings, Game Club, Girls Code, Jesus Club, Mock Trial Team, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Tanzania Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Choir, Dance Team, Drama Club, Film Club
School Notes
- DePaul Cristo Rey is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school with a mission to educate young people who have the potential but limited financial means to go to college. This is accomplished through a dynamic academic program partnered with an innovative Corporate Work Study Program, not available at any other local high school. 100 percent of its seniors achieve college acceptance every year Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, DPCRis one of 40 high schools in the nationwide Cristo Rey Network which serves 12,700 young people.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Depaul Cristo Rey High School cost?
Depaul Cristo Rey High School's tuition is approximately $8,407 for private students.
What sports does Depaul Cristo Rey High School offer?
Depaul Cristo Rey High School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Depaul Cristo Rey High School's ranking?
Depaul Cristo Rey High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Depaul Cristo Rey High School?
The application deadline for Depaul Cristo Rey High School is Dec. 4 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 4 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Depaul Cristo Rey High School located?
Depaul Cristo Rey High School is located in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in Clifton.
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