Christ the King Jesuit College Prep is a Catholic Jesuit, independent, co-educational, college preparatory school for students from families on Chicago's west side who would otherwise not have access to a private secondary school education.
Christ the King offers students a strong academic and spiritual foundation integrated with a corporate work study program in a safe, disciplined, faith based and caring environment.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,100
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: May. 9
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
369 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
May. 9
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,100
Tuition Notes
Up to 75% of CTK students tuition is earned through our Corporate Work Study Program
Admissions Associate
Angela Abrams
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School cost?
Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $14,100 for private students.
What is Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School's ranking?
Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School is May. 9.
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