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#1388 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Cristo Rey High School
High School
8475 JACKSON RD (NO STE #), Sacramento, CA 95826
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,388 of 1,787
In Sacramento
#21 of 31
public schools
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About Cristo Rey High School
Cristo Rey High School is a private high school in Sacramento, CA. Cristo Rey High School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,388 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Cristo Rey High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cristo Rey High School compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Sacramento, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cristo Rey High School (this school) | 5.4 |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy - SCUSD | 5.9 |
| Hiram W. Johnson High | 4.3 |
| Rosemont High | 4.7 |
| West Campus | 8.1 |
| Umoja International Academy | 7.4 |
| El Centro Jr./Sr. High | 5.7 |
| Rio Americano High | 5.3 |
| Encina Preparatory High | 4.2 |
| Fortune | 5.6 |
| American Legion High (Continuation) | 6.4 |
| Sacramento Charter High | 5.2 |
| Palmiter Special Education | 5.7 |
| Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High | 4.9 |
| George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science | 5.2 |
| Las Flores High (Alternative) | 6.1 |
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) | 4.2 |
| San Juan Choices Charter | 7.6 |
| Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High | 3.3 |
| El Camino Fundamental High | 4.8 |
| Marconi Learning Academy | 4.6 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8475 JACKSON RD (NO STE #), Sacramento, CA 95826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cristo Rey High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy - SCUSD (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hiram W. Johnson High (rated 4.3/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,689
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,691/mo
Population
40,500
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cristo Rey High School
What grades does Cristo Rey High School serve?
Cristo Rey High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cristo Rey High School?
Cristo Rey High School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cristo Rey High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cristo Rey High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cristo Rey High School rank in CA?
Cristo Rey High School ranks #1,388 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Cristo Rey High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cristo Rey High School a private school?
Yes, Cristo Rey High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cristo Rey High School a religious school?
Cristo Rey High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 323
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 400-3452
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