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#306 of 378 private schools in MD
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
High School
1010 LARCH AVE, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#306 of 378
In Takoma Park
#2 of 2
public schools
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Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
High School in Takoma Park · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School is a private high school in Takoma Park, MD. Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Don Bosco 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 Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School compares to the 4 public schools in Takoma Park, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Takoma Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Carole Highlands Elementary | 4.8 |
| Piney Branch Elementary | 8.7 |
| Takoma Park Elementary | 6.5 |
| Rolling Terrace Elementary | 3.8 |
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 MD.
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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 MD
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
1010 LARCH AVE, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sela PCS (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Takoma Park Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Piney Branch Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Takoma Park, see our Takoma Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carole Highlands Elementary Takoma Park | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Hyattsville | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GEORGE E PETERS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hyattsville | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Hyattsville | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| TAKOMA ACADEMY Takoma Park | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| TAKOMA ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Langley Park-McCormick Elementary Hyattsville | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rolling Terrace Elementary Takoma Park | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Piney Branch Elementary Takoma Park | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Chillum Elementary Hyattsville | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Rosa L. Parks Elementary Hyattsville | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| New Hampshire Estates Elem Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Takoma Park Elementary Takoma Park | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Takoma Park Middle Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,097
Median Home Value
$671,400
Median Rent
$1,452/mo
Population
25,428
College Educated
51.2%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School
What grades does Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School serve?
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School?
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School rank in MD?
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School ranks #306 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School a private school?
Yes, Don Bosco 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 Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School a religious school?
Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 891-4750
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