Christian Brothers High School is an independent Catholic high school in Memphis, Tennessee for young men in grades 9 through 12. We are a community, inclusive of all religious, ethnic, and economic backgrounds, working together to achieve a shared mission steeped in Lasallian tradition: To give a human and Christian education to the young and to promote peace and justice, with a commitment to the service of the poor.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 730 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,250
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
730 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Christian Brothers High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
73%
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, French, Latin, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics, Spanish, Statistics, US Government & Politics, US History, World History
Average ACT score
26
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
35%
Admissions Director
Lauren Volpe
Admissions Associate
Natasha Sublette

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
38 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ALLIES Club, Anime Club, Art Club, BBQ Club, Bridge Builders, Brothers in Government, Brothers In Law, Chess Club, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Esports Club, Facing History and Ourselves Student Leadership, Honor Council, Hunters for the Hungry, Investment Club, Jewish Student Union, Junior Classical League, Key Club, Knowledge Bowl, Lasallian Youth, Model UN, Ping Pong Club, Robotics Team, ROTC Club, Sasquatch Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Government, Technology Club, Thespian Society, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Chorus, Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing Club, Intramural Sports, Mountain Biking, Pickleball

School Notes

  • For more than 150 years, our school's inclusive community, or "Brotherhood," has defined the transformative student experience we offer at Christian Brothers High School. What's more, the fraternal bonds forged here create a lasting impact-a  network of 11,000-plus alumni worldwide!
  • We serve boys across the entire Mid-South region, representative of more than 90 elementary and middle schools from 50-plus zip codes in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
  • Our college-preparatory curriculum serves a diverse group of learners, yet the top 10% of the class of 2021 attained an average score of 33 on the ACT. In the past four years, ten students were named National Merit finalists with 14 students commended for their performance. Notable college acceptances include Carnegie Mellon University, Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Rhodes College, Tulane University, University of Chicago, University of Miami, University of Notre Dame, University of Pennsylvania, University of Virginia, and Vanderbilt University.
  • Sixty-five percent of our students participate in sports with about 40% of those students playing multiple sports. We offer 14 different sports programs, and each program has achieved at least one state title. Our baseball and soccer programs each hold the record for most state titles in Tennessee.
  • Instrumental to an unparalleled student experience at CBHS is our education in the disciplines of music (band and chorus), theatre, and visual arts. We pride ourselves on our enriched selection of opportunities for all students, regardless of previous experience or proficiency in any given area.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christian Brothers High School cost?

Christian Brothers High School's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.

What sports does Christian Brothers High School offer?

Christian Brothers High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Christian Brothers High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for most sports offered.

What is Christian Brothers High School's ranking?

Christian Brothers High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Christian Brothers High School?

The application deadline for Christian Brothers High School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 730 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,250
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $11,685 for elementary schools and $13,611 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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