Welcome to Cristo Rey Columbus High School
College Ready. Career Prepared.
Cristo Rey Columbus High School (CRC) is a Catholic, college-preparatory high school that empowers students of limited economic means and all faith backgrounds to grow spiritually, academically, and professionally. As a member of the national Cristo Rey Network, CRC integrates rigorous academics with a unique Professional Work Study Program (PWSP) that prepares students for success in college and beyond.
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Work-Study Program Makes Cristo Rey Unique
The Professional Work-Study Program (PWSP) is a nationally recognized model benefits everyone involved. Businesses invest in driven student workers, while students gain access to an affordable, college-preparatory education. We deeply value our work-study partners, who share our commitment to guiding and supporting students on their journey to success.
“Sponsoring a Cristo Rey student has had numerous positive effects on both the students as well as our firm. The experience brought us closer together as a team. The gratitude expressed from the students at Cristo Rey was humbling and at the same time provided motivation on how to make the experience even better the next year.”
A Special Campus to Learn and Make Memories
Our school is located at 400 East Town Street in the Discovery District of downtown Columbus. The building was constructed in 1899 as part of the Ohio Institution for the Deaf and Dumb (today the Ohio School for the Deaf). It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 25, 1984, and the Columbus Register of Historic Properties on November 19, 1984. This location has been home to Cristo Rey Columbus High School since 2014 to begin the school’s second academic year. While the building had to undergo significant renovations to make it suitable for our students, the building still boasts many original elements such as gothic architecture on the exterior and original pinewood floors. We proudly call the Main Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library our official school library. The Main Branch is located adjacent to the school, making it a convenient place for students to study, read, and build community. Topiary Park serves as the school’s outdoor space where students can study, socialize and utilize the greenspace for recreation.