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Cristo Rey Jesuit High School

1852 W 22nd Pl Chicago, IL 60608
Tel: (773) 890-6800
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Cristo Rey Jesuit High School offers a Catholic college preparatory education for the immigrant families of Chicago's near southwest side.
  • The reason for the school's existence is to advance the human and intellectual capacities, as well as the religious and cultural heritage, of all those it serves.
  • The goal is to maximize the students' potential to prepare them to assume leadership roles in the civic, religious, business and cultural life of our city and nation.
  • The hope is that all the graduates reflect these characteristics: open to growth, religious, intellectually competent, loving, committed to justice and work experienced.
  • The means to accomplish this goal is to offer a Jesuit education through a dual-language curriculum and participation in the Corporate Internship Program.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeCristo Rey Jesuit High School
9170
10155
11135
12110
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Year Founded
1996
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Student Body

Total Students
570 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Jesuit Schools Network (formerly JSEA) (JSN)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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College Acceptance Rate
100%
Application URL
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Sports

Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Lion

School Notes

  • Cristo Rey Jesuit High School offers a Catholic college preparatory education for the immigrant families of Chicago's near southwest side. The reason for the school's existence is to advance the human and intellectual capacities, as well as the religious and cultural heritage, of all those it serves. The goal is to maximize the students' potential to prepare them to assume leadership roles in the civic, religious, business and cultural life of our city and nation. The hope is that all the graduates reflect these characteristics: open to growth, religious, intellectually competent, loving, committed to justice and work experienced. The means to accomplish this goal is to offer a Jesuit education through a dual-language curriculum and participation in the Corporate Internship Program.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Tracy Vega - 2007 - Unit Supervisor, County of Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services -
    • Fr. Juan Carlos Vargas - 2009 - Associate Pastor, Our Lady of the Rosary Parish -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Cristo Rey Jesuit High School often compared to?
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Trinity High School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Cristo Rey Jesuit High School?
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School famous alumni include: Tracy Vega - 2007 - Unit Supervisor, County of Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and Fr. Juan Carlos Vargas - 2009 - Associate Pastor, Our Lady of the Rosary Parish.
What is Cristo Rey Jesuit High School's ranking?
Cristo Rey Jesuit High 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 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School?
The application deadline for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cristo Rey Jesuit High School located?
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Lower West Side.

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