Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School is a co–ed Catholic high school in San Jose, CA, serving grades 9 through 12 in a large city community.
Founded in 2014, the school enrolls 449 students with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 supported by 21 teaching staff.
The student body is 99.77 percent students of color, placing the school among the top 20 percent in California for diversity.
Annual tuition is $25,000, positioned between local median rates for San Jose private high schools.
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School is a member of the Jesuit Schools Network and other associations, contributing to its educational affiliations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Black, Yellow, Yellow/Black
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
449 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School cost?
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School often compared to?
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas More School by visitors of our site.
What is Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School's ranking?
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School?
The application deadline for Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School vs. St. Thomas More School
The nearest high school to Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School is Notre Dame High School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Patrick School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Challenger School - Berryessa (1.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
51 N 9th Street
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 215 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
711 E. Gish Road
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
1200 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Play 'n' Learn Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
495 Massar Ave
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
2503 Easton Place #38
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 254-3165
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 254-3165
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 5 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Notre Dame High School ![Notre Dame High School Photo - Notre Dame graduates matriculate to impressive universities. Our rigorous curriculum, co-curricular programs and personalized counseling prepare students for success in college and beyond.]( "Notre Dame High School Photo - Notre Dame graduates matriculate to impressive universities. Our rigorous curriculum, co-curricular programs and personalized counseling prepare students for success in college and beyond.")
All-girls (Catholic)
596 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 294-1113
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 294-1113
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 681 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 47 Tuition listed
Achievekids
Special Education School
1212 Mcginness Ave
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-5777
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-5777
2.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 40 students
St. Thomas More School
(Catholic)
1565 S White Rd
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 258-6888
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 258-6888
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 3 Acceptance rate listed
Bellarmine College Preparatory ![Bellarmine College Preparatory Photo]( "Bellarmine College Preparatory Photo")
All-boys (Catholic)
960 W Hedding St
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 294-9224
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 294-9224
3.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,665 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1290 Parkmoor Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
(669) 766-1001
San Jose, CA 95126
(669) 766-1001
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,248 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 83 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
51 N 9th Street
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 215 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
711 E. Gish Road
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
1200 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
2503 Easton Place #38
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 254-3165
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 254-3165
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 5 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
750 N Capitol Ave, Bldg D
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 443-3237
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 443-3237
2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 303 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
711 E. Gish Road
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 998-2860
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
1200 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Play 'n' Learn Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
495 Massar Ave
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
750 N Capitol Ave, Bldg D
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 443-3237
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 443-3237
2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 303 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Merryhill School - San Jose Preschool ![Merryhill School - San Jose Preschool Photo]( "Merryhill School - San Jose Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
750 N Capitol Ave
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 715-3914
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 715-3914
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Anne Darling Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
333 North 33rd St.
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 535-6209
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 535-6209
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
San Jose High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
275 North 24th St.
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 535-6320
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 535-6320
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 874 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Monterey Hwy.
San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 271-8120
San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 271-8120
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 231 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
Rocketship Discovery Prep
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
370 Wooster St.
San Jose, CA 95110
(877) 806-0920
San Jose, CA 95110
(877) 806-0920
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Sunrise Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1149 East Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 659-4785
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 659-4785
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 301 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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