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Cristo Rey High School

  • LocationSacramento, CA
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 319 students
  • SponsorSociety of Jesus (Jesuits) and Sisters of Mercy
Official website

Cristo Rey High School in Sacramento is a Catholic college preparatory school sponsored by the Society of Jesus and the Sisters of Mercy. Its Campus Ministry Department runs programs and activities, and its website lists theology courses in all four years. The school's pages mention monthly liturgical celebrations and spiritual retreats.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Cristo Rey High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Jeong-Hae Elizabeth Catholic Church: 2.2 mi1Saint Mary Catholic Church: 2.5 mi2Newman Catholic Community: 2.5 mi3Saint Peter and All Hallows Catholic Church: 2.7 mi4Saint Peters Roman Catholic Church: 2.9 mi5Campus Ministry Department: 0.1 miCristo Rey High School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Jeong-Hae Elizabeth Catholic Church — 2.2 mi · 9354 Kiefer Boulevard, Sacramento
  2. Saint Mary Catholic Church — 2.5 mi · 1333 58th Street, Sacramento
  3. Newman Catholic Community — 2.5 mi
  4. Saint Peter and All Hallows Catholic Church — 2.7 mi · 5501 14th Avenue, Sacramento
  5. Saint Peters Roman Catholic Church — 2.9 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearMonthly (Recorded at the frequency the FAQ states ('monthly liturgical celebrations'). This is the only page that mentions them.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Admission FAQ | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/admissions/faq · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religion classes, monthly liturgical celebrations, and spiritual retreats are part of the school.”
      The school states that monthly liturgical celebrations and spiritual retreats are part of the school.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (Two Jesuit priests are named on the staff page (a theology teacher and the president). The value is recorded as a shared priest.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty and Staff | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Michael Tedone, S.J. Theology Teacher”
      A Jesuit priest, Fr. Michael Tedone, S.J., is a theology teacher at the school.
      “Fr. Chris Calderon, S.J. President”
      A Jesuit priest, Fr. Chris Calderon, S.J., is listed as the school's president.
N/ATheology and curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Religious Studies is 40 credits over four years, the same full-year unit as English (40 credits over four years); each grade counts as one full year: four years. Theology is taken in every grade (Theology 9 to 12).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religious Studies (40 credits) | Theology 9 - Intro to the Bible Theology 9 - Who is Jesus Christ | Theology 10 - The Church Theology 10 - The Paschal Mystery | Theology 11 - The New Testament Theology 11 - Introduction to the Sacraments | Theology 12 -Catholic Moral Teaching Theology 12 -Catholic Social Teaching”
      Theology is required in all four years, including Catholic Moral Teaching and Catholic Social Teaching in senior year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Theology 12 - Catholic Moral Teaching is a required ethics course.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religious Studies (40 credits) | Theology 9 - Intro to the Bible Theology 9 - Who is Jesus Christ | Theology 10 - The Church Theology 10 - The Paschal Mystery | Theology 11 - The New Testament Theology 11 - Introduction to the Sacraments | Theology 12 -Catholic Moral Teaching Theology 12 -Catholic Social Teaching”
      Theology is required in all four years, including Catholic Moral Teaching and Catholic Social Teaching in senior year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
BCampus culture: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

84 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    RetreatsRetreats for some grades (Spiritual retreats and off-campus class retreats are confirmed; no page says which grades go on them.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Admission FAQ | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/admissions/faq · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religion classes, monthly liturgical celebrations, and spiritual retreats are part of the school.”
      The school states that monthly liturgical celebrations and spiritual retreats are part of the school.
    2. Principal's Welcome | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “including off-campus class retreats, student organizations and clubs, and athletic programs”
      The school offers off-campus class retreats.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Two professional ministry staff are listed under Campus Ministry: the Director of Campus Ministry and the Parent/Guardian Outreach Coordinator, a Sister of Mercy.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty and Staff | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Justine Javier Director of Campus Ministry Sr. Luz-Eugenia Alvarez, RSM Parent Outreach Coordinator”
      The school lists a Director of Campus Ministry and a Sister of Mercy outreach coordinator under Campus Ministry.
    2. Parent/Guardian Outreach Coordinator | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/parents/parent-guardian-outreach-coordinator · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “E-mail: lalvarez@crhss.org”
      Sr. Luz-Eugenia Alvarez can be reached at lalvarez@crhss.org and by phone at 733-2660 x 1190.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Campus Ministry, Student Ministry and Music Ministry are listed among the school's clubs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Activities | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/student-life/clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Danza Azteca Life & Justice Club Music Ministry Polynesian Club Shadow Host SHPE Student Government Student Ministry Yearbook”
      The school's clubs include Campus Ministry, Life & Justice Club, Music Ministry and Student Ministry.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

81 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required service hoursFewer than 40 hours (Completing the Christian Service Program is required for graduation.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Complete all requirements to the Cristo Rey High School Christian Service Program.”
      Completing the Christian Service Program is a graduation requirement; the page gives no hours.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (Theology 12 - Catholic Social Teaching is a required course.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religious Studies (40 credits) | Theology 9 - Intro to the Bible Theology 9 - Who is Jesus Christ | Theology 10 - The Church Theology 10 - The Paschal Mystery | Theology 11 - The New Testament Theology 11 - Introduction to the Sacraments | Theology 12 -Catholic Moral Teaching Theology 12 -Catholic Social Teaching”
      Theology is required in all four years, including Catholic Moral Teaching and Catholic Social Teaching in senior year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The Life & Justice Club is listed among the school's clubs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Activities | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/student-life/clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Danza Azteca Life & Justice Club Music Ministry Polynesian Club Shadow Host SHPE Student Government Student Ministry Yearbook”
      The school's clubs include Campus Ministry, Life & Justice Club, Music Ministry and Student Ministry.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Theology is required in all four years, and the senior year includes Catholic Moral Teaching and Catholic Social Teaching.
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Religious Studies (40 credits) | Theology 9 - Intro to the Bible Theology 9 - Who is Jesus Christ | Theology 10 - The Church Theology 10 - The Paschal Mystery | Theology 11 - The New Testament Theology 11 - Introduction to the Sacraments | Theology 12 -Catholic Moral Teaching Theology 12 -Catholic Social Teaching”
      Theology is required in all four years, including Catholic Moral Teaching and Catholic Social Teaching in senior year.
  • Campus Ministry lists a Director and a Sister of Mercy outreach coordinator on its staff page.
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty and Staff | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Justine Javier Director of Campus Ministry Sr. Luz-Eugenia Alvarez, RSM Parent Outreach Coordinator”
      The school lists a Director of Campus Ministry and a Sister of Mercy outreach coordinator under Campus Ministry.
    2. Parent/Guardian Outreach Coordinator | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/parents/parent-guardian-outreach-coordinator · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “E-mail: lalvarez@crhss.org”
      Sr. Luz-Eugenia Alvarez can be reached at lalvarez@crhss.org and by phone at 733-2660 x 1190.
  • Several faith and justice clubs are listed, including Campus Ministry, Student Ministry and Life & Justice Club.
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Activities | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/student-life/clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Danza Azteca Life & Justice Club Music Ministry Polynesian Club Shadow Host SHPE Student Government Student Ministry Yearbook”
      The school's clubs include Campus Ministry, Life & Justice Club, Music Ministry and Student Ministry.

Concerns

  • Service is required for graduation.
    Sources (1)
    1. Core & Elective Curriculum | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/academics/core-elective-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Complete all requirements to the Cristo Rey High School Christian Service Program.”
      Completing the Christian Service Program is a graduation requirement; the page gives no hours.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry Department

  • Address: 8475 Jackson Rd, Sacramento, CA 95826
  • Distance from campus: less than 0.1 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: crhss.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, crhss.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

9 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 1 off campus, 8 location not published

Retreats 2

  • Off-campus class retreatsOff campus
    The principal's welcome says the school offers off-campus class retreats.
    crhss.org
  • Spiritual retreats
    Listedas part of the school.
    crhss.org, crhss.org

Faith formation 1

  • Vocational discernment resources
    A school page invites students to consider religious life and links to the Sisters of Mercy and the Jesuits.
    crhss.org

Clubs and groups 2

  • Campus Ministry club
    Listed among the school's clubs. The Campus Ministry Department creates programs and activities for students.
    crhss.org, crhss.org
  • Student Ministry
    Listed among the school's clubs.
    crhss.org

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Music Ministry
    Listed among the school's clubs.
    crhss.org
  • Baccalaureate Liturgy
    At graduation
    Students who meet the graduation requirements take part in a Baccalaureate Liturgy.
    crhss.org

Service 2

  • Life & Justice Club
    Listed among the school's clubs.
    crhss.org
  • Christian Service Program
    Required for graduation.
    crhss.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Campus Ministry | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The Campus Ministry Department seeks to guide young people in the call to holiness and service to others by helping students develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ”
    The Campus Ministry Department guides students in faith and service and creates programs and activities for them.
    “The Campus Ministry Department seeks to guide young people in the call to holiness and service to others by helping students develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ”
    The Campus Ministry Department guides students in faith and service and creates programs and activities for them.
  2. Faculty and Staff | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/about-us/faculty-and-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Campus Ministry Justine Javier Director of Campus Ministry Sr. Luz-Eugenia Alvarez, RSM Parent Outreach Coordinator”
    The school lists a Director of Campus Ministry and a Sister of Mercy outreach coordinator under Campus Ministry.
  3. Contact Us | Cristo Rey High Schoolcrhss.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Address : 8475 Jackson Rd, Sacramento, CA 95826”
    The school's address is 8475 Jackson Rd, Sacramento, CA 95826.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
80 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.100%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.17.8 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseDiocese of Sacramento, CA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)319
Students in grades 9–12319
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio17.8 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges100%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Sacramento

The Most Reverend Jaime Soto, Bishop of Sacramento

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: scd.org, scd.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Yes. Cristo Rey High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Sacramento. Its sponsor is Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and Sisters of Mercy.

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