Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 371 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,323
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jun. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School
9	103
10	96
11	87
12	85

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Year Founded

1979

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Student Body

Total Students

371 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jun. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,323

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% on Financial Aid

65%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Etefia Umana, JD, MSW

Admissions Associate

Lydia Pruitt

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceFootball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

White, Black, Maroon

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Art ClubBook & Breakfast Club

BrotherhoodChess Club

ChoirDiversity

Drama ClubFusion Teen

Golf ClubIntern Leadership Program

National Honor SocietyPastoral Team

SisterhoodSpanish Club

Spoken WordStudent Ambassador

Student Council

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School Notes

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School mission is to provide an exceptional Catholic urban educational experience for youth that instills attitudes of success and self-worth in our youth through faith development, academic excellence and leadership.
Our college preparatory curriculum applies the most advanced learning theories and technology, and our world-class facility provides a strong learning environment.
We have developed partnerships with art and cultural organizations, universities, businesses and community groups to give our students a breadth of experiences.
Our mission is to help students build knowledge, appreciation and understanding of the community and the larger world.
The Cardinal Ritter Prep environment is loving, nurturing, and fun, with energetic and committed faculty and staff who hold high expectations for themselves and their students.
Graduates take great pride in their high school alma mater and serve as role models and community leaders.

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School mission is to provide an exceptional Catholic urban educational experience for youth that instills attitudes of success and self-worth in our youth through faith development, academic excellence and leadership. Our college preparatory curriculum applies the most advanced learning theories and technology, and our world-class facility provides a strong learning environment. We have developed partnerships with art and cultural organizations, universities, businesses and community groups to give our students a breadth of experiences. Our mission is to help students build knowledge, appreciation and understanding of the community and the larger world. The Cardinal Ritter Prep environment is loving, nurturing, and fun, with energetic and committed faculty and staff who hold high expectations for themselves and their students. Graduates take great pride in their high school alma mater and serve as role models and community leaders.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Candace N. Hall - 2006 - Assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. -
- Zion Cannon - 2023 - Valedictorian candidate and active community leader. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School cost?

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School's tuition is approximately $7,323 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School?

The acceptance rate of Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

Who are famous alumni from Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School?

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School famous alumni include: Dr. Candace N. Hall - 2006 - Assistant professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. and Zion Cannon - 2023 - Valedictorian candidate and active community leader..

What sports does Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School offer?

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School's ranking?

Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School?

The application deadline for Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School is Jun. 15.

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,306 for elementary schools and $21,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).