Very Good
#127 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 28% of private schools
Cristo Rey Richmond High School
High School
311 N BELMONT AVE, Richmond, VA 23221
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#127 of 457
In Richmond
#8 of 34
public schools
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About Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Cristo Rey Richmond High School is a private high school in Richmond, VA. Cristo Rey Richmond High School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cristo Rey Richmond High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Cristo Rey Richmond 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 Richmond High School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cristo Rey Richmond High School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson High | 8.4 |
| Amelia Street Special Education | — |
| Open High | 9.7 |
| Richmond Alternative | 5.9 |
| Richmond Community High | 9.2 |
| John Marshall High | 6.9 |
| Richmond Career Education and Employment Charter School | 5.0 |
| Richmond High School for the Arts | 3.1 |
| Armstrong High | 5.8 |
| Huguenot High | 5.5 |
| Henrico High | 6.4 |
| Franklin Military Academy | 9.1 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High | 6.0 |
| Hermitage High | 4.7 |
| John Randolph Tucker High | 6.2 |
| Varina High | 6.0 |
| Mills E. Godwin High | 6.9 |
| Monacan High | 6.3 |
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 VA.
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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 VA
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
311 N BELMONT AVE, Richmond, VA 23221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cristo Rey Richmond High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Open High (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson High (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENJAMIN & LILLIAN ROCHKIND YESHIVA OF VIRGINIA (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Richmond | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Albert Hill Middle Richmond | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| William Fox Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| RUDLIN TORAH ACADEMY Richmond | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Dogwood Middle Richmond | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ORCHARD HOUSE SCHOOL Richmond | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson High Richmond | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Amelia Street Special Education Richmond | 1.4 mi | — |
| Maymont Pre-K Center Richmond | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL Richmond | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Mary Munford Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| George W. Carver Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 1.5 |
| ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Richmond | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SHAAREI TORAH OF RICHMOND Richmond | 1.7 mi | — |
| BENJAMIN & LILLIAN ROCHKIND YESHIVA OF VIRGINIA Richmond | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary Richmond | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Open High Richmond | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
| VERITAS SCHOOL Richmond | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Richmond Alternative Richmond | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,006
Median Home Value
$544,400
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
14,180
College Educated
75.8%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastern Montgomery High Elliston, VA | 7.0 |
| Hurley High Hurley, VA | 7.2 |
| CHATHAM HALL Chatham, VA | 7.3 |
| Twin Springs High Nickelsville, VA | 7.4 |
| MILLER SCHOOL OF ALBEMARLE Charlottesville, VA | 6.7 |
| VIRGINIA EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lynchburg, VA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cristo Rey Richmond High School
What grades does Cristo Rey Richmond High School serve?
Cristo Rey Richmond High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Cristo Rey Richmond High School?
Cristo Rey Richmond High School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cristo Rey Richmond High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cristo Rey Richmond High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cristo Rey Richmond High School rank in VA?
Cristo Rey Richmond High School ranks #127 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Cristo Rey Richmond High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cristo Rey Richmond High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Richmond High School a private school?
Yes, Cristo Rey Richmond 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 Richmond High School a religious school?
Cristo Rey Richmond High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richmond city
- Phone
- (804) 447-4704
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