Strake Jesuit College Preparatory is a Jesuit, college-preparatory school for boys, grades 9–12, in the Chinatown area and in the Greater Sharpstown district of Houston, Texas, United States.
It is near Alief. With over 1,200 students, it is the largest Catholic high school in Houston.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,337 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,270
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Strake Jesuit College Prep School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Green
Student Body
Total Students
1,337 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,270
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Strake Jesuit College Prep School cost?
Strake Jesuit College Prep School's tuition is approximately $28,270 for private students.
What schools are Strake Jesuit College Prep School often compared to?
Strake Jesuit College Prep School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Strake Jesuit College Prep School?
The acceptance rate of Strake Jesuit College Prep School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Strake Jesuit College Prep School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What is Strake Jesuit College Prep School's ranking?
Strake Jesuit College Prep School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Strake Jesuit College Prep School?
The application deadline for Strake Jesuit College Prep School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Strake Jesuit College Prep School located?
Strake Jesuit College Prep School is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other private schools located in Chinatown.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (No Classes)
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
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The nearest high school to Strake Jesuit College Prep School is St. Agnes Academy College Preparatory (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hua Xia Chinese School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Francis De Sales School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4500 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 864-6348
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 864-6348
9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 749 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
7455 Awty School Ln
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 580-0579
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 580-0579
7.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,796 student Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
2313 S. Voss Road
Houston, TX 77057
(832) 617-8363
Houston, TX 77057
(832) 617-8363
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 355 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
201 Kinkaid School Dr
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 243-5031
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 243-5031
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,435 student Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate listed
1250 Seventh Street
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 263-9175
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 263-9175
7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 748 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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