Christian Brothers College High School

Christian Brothers College is a Catholic, Lasallian high school committed to the academic, spiritual and moral development of every young man. Our faith-filled and inclusive community prepares students from all backgrounds for success in college and for lives of leadership and service.
Our mission remains faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ and the charism of St. John Baptist de La Salle educational service to the poor and salvation of all.
Christian Brothers College High School will create positive change in our community and world through the lives of our graduates: young men who are guided by faith, strengthened by intellect, committed to justice, and prepared to lead and serve.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 868 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,310
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Christian Brothers College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1850
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
868 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Christian Brothers College High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
87%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
42 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and collared shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Includes tuition & fees
Summer Program Cost
$400
Summer Program Cost Notes
Full week/full day/half-day
% on Financial Aid
67%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,700
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
James J. Brockman
Admissions Associate
Ryan Batliner

Sports

School Notes

  • Christian Brothers College High School, which opened in Town & Country in 2003, is actually the fourth site of the school in its 172-year history. CBC was founded by the Brothers of the Christian Schools in 1850 at Eighth and Cerre Streets in downtown St. Louis. In 1855, the school was granted a college charter by the State of Missouri. In 1882, a spacious new campus opened at Kingshighway and Easton Avenue (today`s Sherman Park). Young men could enter this school as early as fifth grade, complete high school, college, and even earn advanced graduate degrees. A tragic fire destroyed the school in 1916. Plans immediately got underway for the construction of a new school, which reopened as a secondary school on Clayton Road in 1922, and which served the community for 82 years, until the move to Town & Country in 2003.
  • SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT/PHILOSOPHY
  • Christian Brothers College is a Catholic, Lasallian high school preparing young men of diverse academic, social, racial, geographic, religious, and economic backgrounds for college and for life.Christian Brothers College High School will create positive change in our community and world through the lives of our graduates: young men who are Guided By Faith, Strengthened By Intellect, Committed To Justice, and Prepared To Lead & Serve.
  • ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS/PROCEDURE
  • Admission is based on the student`s desire for an education based on the philosophy of the Christian Brothers, his grades and standardized test scores from grade school, and a personal interview. Students apply to CBC following the standard procedure for schools in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Academic scholarships are available to high performing students. More than $4 million in need-based financial aid and scholarships were granted in the 2022-2023 school year.
  • CURRICULUM
  • CBC offers a college preparatory curriculum designed to prepare all our students, with varying abilities, for college and for life. This includes a four-year program in Religion, English, Science, Math, Social Studies, Spanish and French; electives in Religion, English, Social Studies, Math, Science, Fine & Performing Arts, and Business. 36 different college credit courses are offered in Math, Science, Social Studies, English, Theater and Religion through the 1818 Program at St. Louis University, the ACC Program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and the Advanced Placement Program. Additionally, CBC offers our STEM Academy, with four competitive Robotics teams and classes such as Principles of Engineering I & II, Technical Drafting, and Cybersecurity, AP Computer Science, Mobile App Development, and Aviation Science. An ACT Prep Class is also part of the regular elective curriculum and is offered at no additional cost to our families. CBC offers a fully integrated 1:1 laptop program that assures students will be prepared for the advanced technological requirements to be successful in the 21st century. Technology at CBC High School also provides an unprecedented level of communication between teachers, students and parents, and an enhanced opportunity to learn through collaboration, both in-person and virtually.
  • ADVANCED PLACEMENT/HONORS PROGRAMS
  • More than 150 hours of Advanced Placement and college credit are available to CBC students. In 2022-23, over 4,000 hours of college credit were earned by CBC students, delivering a college savings of more than $5.5 million to our graduates and their families. Students who qualify may take honors, Advanced Placement, and college credit courses. All honors classes begin freshman year. Placement in honors courses is based upon standardized test scores and past academic performance.Advanced Placement Courses Art History, English, Statistics, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Biology, Biology Lab, Environmental Science, Physics, U.S. History, American Government, World History, Modern European History, Spanish, Computer Science PrinciplesCollege credit courses offered through St. Louis University and UMSL Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Advanced Theater, Art History, Theater Stagecraft, Music Theory, English, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, World Religions, Theological Foundations, Chemistry, Biology, Biology Lab, Forensics, Physics, Human Anatomy, Environmental Science, U.S. History, American Studies, American Government, Modern European History, French, SpanishHonors Program courses available include many of the courses listed above plus Mandarin Chinese.
  • ATHLETICS/CO-CURRICULARS
  • (*No-Cut Sports)Athletic Program: CBC is routinely considered one of the top athletic programs in the state and has been named Athletic Program of the Year by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch four times since 2010. Our student-athletes have access to top level coaching and some of the finest athletic facilities in St. Louis. CBC also offers an unprecedented amount of opportunity for participation in the athletic programs, offering no-cut sports in each season and multiple freshman teams in several sports. Athletic opportunities include: basketball (2 freshman teams and 5 Teams Total), baseball (2 freshman teams), *cross country, *football (2 freshman teams and No-Cut), golf, soccer (2 freshman teams and 5 Teams Total), *swimming, *tennis, *track, *volleyball, *wrestling. Club Sports: hockey, *in-line hockey, *lacrosse, *racquetball, *bowling, *rugby, *ultimate frisbee. Additionally, we offer our very popular "Saturday Leagues" for both soccer and basketball, providing recreational opportunities to be on a team and compete.
  • Fine & Performing Arts Program:
  • CBC offers one of the top Fine & Performing Arts experiences in St. Louis.
  • The Theater Program boasts of graduates who are pursuing careers on Broadway in New York, Los Angeles and other premier opportunities.
  • The Band Program offers an array of musical opportunities for varying levels of musicians, including our newest course called "Modern Band," intended for students who are interested in forming their own band.
  • The Choral Program offers two groups Chorus and Our Brothers Harmony Group of Acapella music.
  • The TV/Video Production Program offers an authentic TV Studio and daily student-run news broadcasts on our own TV station, KCBC. Student run Cadet Student Network (CSN) broadcasts live events on the internet as well.
  • The Art Program is designed to allow students the opportunity to experience authentic Art Classes.
  • Non-Athletic Co-Curricular: Starting in the 2019-20 school year, CBC became one of the first high schools in St. Louis to offer a competitive esports team with a dedicated 62-seat Esports Center, the largest high school center in the United States. Additionally, Scholar Bowl, CBC Studio Band/Jazz Band, Theater, KCBC, Cadet Student Network, Model UN, National Honor Society, Diversity and Cultural Awareness Club, Spanish Club, Student Leadership Council, "The Guidon" (Yearbook), Brothers in Prayer, Robotics Team, Aviation Club, VR Club, and other Clubs are established by the students.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christian Brothers College High School cost?
Christian Brothers College High School's tuition is approximately $19,310 for private students and $400 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Christian Brothers College High School?
The acceptance rate of Christian Brothers College High School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does Christian Brothers College High School offer?
Christian Brothers College High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Christian Brothers College High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.
What is Christian Brothers College High School's ranking?
Christian Brothers College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christian Brothers College High School?
The application deadline for Christian Brothers College High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date
No School - Spring Break (Calendar)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed (Calendar)
May 12, 2025 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 868 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,310
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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