At St Jude Academy, our mission is to prepare God's people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.
The administration, the faculty, and the parents of St. Jude Academy are committed to nurturing the intellectual, spiritual and physical gifts of the students of the Academy.
Our mission is to educate the Christian leaders of tomorrow.
St. Jude Academy offers a Catholic, Christ-centered education for all students.
St. Jude Academy is committed to the continual development of a strong faith community, the sharing of God's Word in prayer and liturgy, the nurturing of each child as a unique gift from God, a strong academic curriculum, and the encouraging of each child to live a life of service.
The administration and faculty recognize parents as the primary educators of their children and encourage them in this educational endeavor.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-10
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cristo Rey San Diego High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-10
Student Body
Total Students
167 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At St Jude Academy, our mission is to prepare God's people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up. The administration, the faculty, and the parents of St. Jude Academy are committed to nurturing the intellectual, spiritual and physical gifts of the students of the Academy. Our mission is to educate the Christian leaders of tomorrow. St. Jude Academy offers a Catholic, Christ-centered education for all students. St. Jude Academy is committed to the continual development of a strong faith community, the sharing of God's Word in prayer and liturgy, the nurturing of each child as a unique gift from God, a strong academic curriculum, and the encouraging of each child to live a life of service. The administration and faculty recognize parents as the primary educators of their children and encourage them in this educational endeavor.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cristo Rey San Diego High School?
The application deadline for Cristo Rey San Diego High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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