Very Good
#69 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 15% of private schools
Detroit Cristo Rey High School
High School
5679 W VERNOR HWY, Detroit, MI 48209
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#69 of 462
In Detroit
#2 of 11
public schools
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Detroit Cristo Rey High School
High School in Detroit · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Detroit Cristo Rey High School
Detroit Cristo Rey High School is a private high school in Detroit, MI. Detroit Cristo Rey High School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Detroit Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Detroit 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 Detroit Cristo Rey High School compares to 57 public schools serving similar grades in Detroit, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Detroit Cristo Rey High School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Western International High School | 4.8 |
| Cesar Chavez High School | 5.6 |
| Academy of The Americas High School | 5.2 |
| Covenant High School Southwest | 5.0 |
| New Paradigm College Prep | 3.7 |
| Voyageur College Prep | 5.7 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary | 4.1 |
| Covenant High School Central | 5.0 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh | 6.2 |
| WAY Academy Vernor Site | 4.9 |
| Detroit Public Safety Academy | 6.1 |
| Universal Academy | 4.5 |
| Detroit Lions Academy | 5.9 |
| Cass Technical High School | 7.8 |
| Northwestern High School | 6.7 |
| Detroit School of Arts | 6.7 |
| WAY Michigan | 6.1 |
| University Preparatory Academy PSAD High School | 6.1 |
| Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine | 6.4 |
| University Preparatory Art Design MiddleHigh | 4.4 |
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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 MI.
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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 MI
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
5679 W VERNOR HWY, Detroit, MI 48209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Detroit Cristo Rey High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Voyageur College Prep (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Cesar Chavez High School (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Covenant High School Southwest (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY REDEEMER GRADE SCHOOL Detroit | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy Detroit | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Clippert Academy Detroit | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Maybury Elementary School Detroit | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Western International High School Detroit | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Cesar Chavez High School Detroit | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Academy of The Americas High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Earhart ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School Detroit | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Detroit | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Covenant High School Southwest Detroit | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| New Paradigm College Prep Detroit | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Academy of the Americas at Logan Detroit | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Harms Elementary School Detroit | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Voyageur College Prep Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh Detroit | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Voyageur Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Covenant High School Central Detroit | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate Detroit | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,152
Median Home Value
$82,800
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
30.1%
Median Age
30.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP FOLEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Madison Heights, MI | 7.7 |
| Evart High School Evart, MI | 7.7 |
| Hancock MiddleHigh School Hancock, MI | 7.7 |
| MICHIGAN LUTHERAN SEMINARY Saginaw, MI | 7.7 |
| Brandywine Senior High School Niles, MI | 7.8 |
| Clinton High School Clinton, MI | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Detroit Cristo Rey High School
What grades does Detroit Cristo Rey High School serve?
Detroit Cristo Rey High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Detroit Cristo Rey High School?
Detroit Cristo Rey High School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Detroit Cristo Rey High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Detroit Cristo Rey High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Detroit Cristo Rey High School rank in MI?
Detroit Cristo Rey High School ranks #69 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Detroit Cristo Rey High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Detroit Cristo Rey High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Detroit Cristo Rey High School a private school?
Yes, Detroit 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 Detroit Cristo Rey High School a religious school?
Detroit 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
- 289
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 843-2747
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