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Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School

  • LocationPhiladelphia, PA
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 545 students
Official website

Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is a Catholic school for students of all faiths at 1717 West Allegheny Avenue in Philadelphia. Its handbook lists four years of theology as a graduation requirement, and Campus Ministry runs retreats for every grade. Mass is mentioned in the handbook and on the school's inclusion page.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miVisitation B.V.M. Church: 1.9 mi1Saint Bridget Roman Catholic Church: 1.9 mi2St. Malachy's Church: 2.0 mi3Our Lady of Hope Catholic Parish: 2.2 mi4National Shrine of St. John Neumann: 2.4 mi5Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church: 2.5 mi6Campus Ministry, Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School: 0.0 miCristo Rey Philadelphia High School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Visitation B.V.M. Church — 1.9 mi · 2546 Kensington Avenue, Philadelphia
  2. Saint Bridget Roman Catholic Church — 1.9 mi
  3. St. Malachy's Church — 2.0 mi · 1419 North 11th Street, Philadelphia
  4. Our Lady of Hope Catholic Parish — 2.2 mi
  5. National Shrine of St. John Neumann — 2.4 mi · 1001 North 5th Street, Philadelphia
  6. Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church — 2.5 mi · 701 Gaul Street, Philadelphia

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 yearA few times a year (The school says all students take part in Mass.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Inclusion & Belonging | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/about/inclusion-belonging · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students express and explore their faith and the faiths of their peers together in regular service programs, prayer services, retreats and Mass.”
      All students take part in Mass as part of school life.
    2. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students, Catholic and non-Catholic, are expected to participate respectfully in Mass, prayer services, retreats, and other worship opportunities.”
      The 2026-27 handbook sets expectations for students at Mass.
  • 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 (Mass is confirmed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students, Catholic and non-Catholic, are expected to participate respectfully in Mass, prayer services, retreats, and other worship opportunities.”
      The 2026-27 handbook sets expectations for students at Mass.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (The handbook lists 4 years of Theology as a graduation requirement, and the inclusion page says theology classes run in all four years.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Theology 4 years”
      Theology is a graduation requirement for four years.
    2. Inclusion & Belonging | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/about/inclusion-belonging · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our core curriculum includes theology classes in all four years, which incorporate the teaching of Catholic faith and values.”
      The core curriculum includes theology in all four years.
  • 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Rooted in our Catholic identity and open to students of all faiths, our academic program fosters intellectual curiosity, character formation, and a commitment to lifelong learning.”
      The academic program is described as rooted in the school's Catholic identity.
N/ACampus culture: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture

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

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Retreats are listed for freshman, sophomore, junior and senior classes.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Escape Retreat allows freshman students to reassemble as one class after the first month of experiencing Cristo Rey.”
      Freshmen have a retreat.
      “Sophomore Ignite Retreat is a day-long retreat for sophomores to pause to consider and discover what their calling/vocation may be.”
      Sophomores have a retreat.
      “Junior Insight Retreat is primarily run by our long-time partners, Outward Bound, who live out the value of experiential learning and risk-taking.”
      Juniors have a retreat.
      “Senior Retreat is a day-long experience for seniors that takes place a few weeks before graduation.”
      Seniors have a retreat.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus ministry staffNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsOne (Campus Ministry Student Leaders is the only Catholic faith-based student group found in the clubs directory.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs & Student Organizations | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/clubs-student-organizations · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Campus Ministry Student Leaders”
      Campus Ministry Student Leaders is listed among the school's clubs and student organizations.
  • 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.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

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.
    Required service hoursFewer than 40 hours (Service obligations are required for graduation.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Graduation is contingent upon successful completion of academic coursework, maintenance of satisfactory behavioral standing, and fulfillment of all financial and service obligations.”
      Service obligations are required for graduation.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot 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.
    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
    Sources (1)
    1. Community Engagement & Service Track | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/engagement-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Service Track engages junior and senior students in intentional service-learning to explore their role in taking action to create a more just world.”
      The Service Track is a justice-focused service-learning program for juniors and seniors.

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

Strengths

  • Retreats are scheduled for freshman, sophomore, junior and senior classes.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Escape Retreat allows freshman students to reassemble as one class after the first month of experiencing Cristo Rey.”
      Freshmen have a retreat.
      “Sophomore Ignite Retreat is a day-long retreat for sophomores to pause to consider and discover what their calling/vocation may be.”
      Sophomores have a retreat.
      “Junior Insight Retreat is primarily run by our long-time partners, Outward Bound, who live out the value of experiential learning and risk-taking.”
      Juniors have a retreat.
      “Senior Retreat is a day-long experience for seniors that takes place a few weeks before graduation.”
      Seniors have a retreat.
  • Theology is a four-year graduation requirement.
    Sources (2)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Theology 4 years”
      Theology is a graduation requirement for four years.
    2. Inclusion & Belonging | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/about/inclusion-belonging · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our core curriculum includes theology classes in all four years, which incorporate the teaching of Catholic faith and values.”
      The core curriculum includes theology in all four years.
  • A justice-focused service-learning track is offered to juniors and seniors.
    Sources (1)
    1. Community Engagement & Service Track | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/engagement-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Service Track engages junior and senior students in intentional service-learning to explore their role in taking action to create a more just world.”
      The Service Track is a justice-focused service-learning program for juniors and seniors.

Concerns

  • Mass is mentioned in the handbook and on the inclusion page.
    Sources (2)
    1. Inclusion & Belonging | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/about/inclusion-belonging · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students express and explore their faith and the faiths of their peers together in regular service programs, prayer services, retreats and Mass.”
      All students take part in Mass as part of school life.
    2. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students, Catholic and non-Catholic, are expected to participate respectfully in Mass, prayer services, retreats, and other worship opportunities.”
      The 2026-27 handbook sets expectations for students at Mass.
  • Service is required for graduation.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Graduation is contingent upon successful completion of academic coursework, maintenance of satisfactory behavioral standing, and fulfillment of all financial and service obligations.”
      Service obligations are required for graduation.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry, Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School

  • Address: 1717 West Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132
  • Location: On campus

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

Catholic clubs and student life

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

Retreats 6

  • Freshman Revision retreatOff campus
    Six a year, Thursday evening to Friday afternoon
    Mandatory overnight retreat for freshmen, centered on identity.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org
  • Freshman Escape retreat
    One Friday morning to afternoon in the fall semester
    Mandatory retreat for the entire freshman class.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org
  • Sophomore Ignite retreat
    Six a year, on Fridays during the school day
    Mandatory day-long retreat for sophomores on calling and vocation.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org
  • Junior Insight retreat
    Six a year, on Fridays during the school day
    Mandatory retreat for juniors run primarily with Outward Bound, with experiential activities.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org
  • Kairos retreat
    Four a year, Thursday evening to Saturday afternoon
    Mandatory overnight retreat for seniors, described by the school as the longest overnight retreat students attend.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org
  • Senior retreat
    One Friday in the spring semester
    Mandatory day-long retreat for the entire senior class.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.org

Faith formation 1

Liturgy and prayer 2

Service 1

  • Community Engagement & Service Track
    Service-learning for junior and senior students focused on justice and social change, with community partners such as Cradles to Crayons, Face to Face and Project HOME.
    cristoreyphiladelphia.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 (2)
  1. Campus Ministry | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Campus Ministry is a program within the Student Life office that stewards the spiritual needs of the Cristo Rey community.”
    Campus Ministry is a school program that serves the Cristo Rey community.
    “Campus Ministry is a program within the Student Life office that stewards the spiritual needs of the Cristo Rey community.”
    Campus Ministry is a school program that serves the Cristo Rey community.
    “1717 West Allegheny Ave Philadelphia PA 19132”
    The school's address is 1717 West Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132.
  2. Student & Family Handbook 2026-27 | Cristo Rey Philadelphia High Schoolcristoreyphiladelphia.org/fs/resource-manager/view/d3cfa508-7a52-4049-9b13-1231e3647d5b · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Rooted in our identity as a Catholic school for students of all faiths, the Campus Ministry program provides opportunities for spiritual growth, service, and reflection.”
    The handbook describes the Campus Ministry program.

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Academic Excellence

FAcademic Excellence: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
33 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.75%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.17.9 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
DioceseArchdiocese of Philadelphia, PA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)545
Students in grades 9–12545
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio17.9 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges75%
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

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

The Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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