Faith, family, and academic excellence are the cornerstones of Lumen Christi High School, a Catholic school that serves 7th – 12th-grade students of all denominations in Anchorage’s Sand Lake neighborhood.
Lumen’s academic standards are high, and the school creates an environment to ensure students meet them. Small class sizes give teachers the flexibility to adapt their lesson plans to meet student needs and means they can provide individual attention to every student. Alongside core subjects and a theology course, students can choose from several electives to enrich their education, including art, debate, drama, and leadership. Six-week intensives in topics such as culinary arts and automotive maintenance provide hands-on learning opportunities and are chosen based on student interest.
Extracurriculars and service to others are also important parts of the Lumen experience. More than 80% of Lumen students are involved in at least one extracurricular activity, which includes co-ed and boys/girls sports teams. Annual retreats allow students to grow in their faith, which they then put into action by volunteering their time to the school, the church, and the community.
With more than 90% of its graduates going on to attend a four-year college or university, Lumen is an excellent option for parents who want a different school experience for their children.
Lumen Christi Catholic High School
Private Middle, High School
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Grade 7-12
8110 Jewel Lake Rd,
Anchorage, AK
119
Students
A-
School Details
Head of School
Brian Ross
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$9,500
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A-
B
B+
A-
A-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
12
Full Time Teachers
8
Part Time Teachers
4
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
560
Verbal
610
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
97%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
65.1%
Native American
9.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.1%
Two or more races
7.6%
Hispanic
7.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.5%
Specialty School Programs
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Alaska Anchorage
12 Students
University of Washington
10 Students
University of Alaska Fairbanks
10 Students
University of Oregon
8 Students
Oregon State University
8 Students
Northern Arizona University
7 Students
Washington State University
7 Students
University of Portland
7 Students
Arizona State University
6 Students
Gonzaga University
5 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
8 Students
Nursing
7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
5 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
5 Students
Architecture
5 Students
Computer Science
4 Students
Biology
3 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
3 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
3 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
3 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/8/2017
Lumen Christi High School has small class sizes and teaches who genuinely care about the students and their grades. Help is always available and the staff is kind and charismatic.
7/24/2016
I have 1 graduate and 2 current students. My husband and I agree this is the best investment we have made in our children's future. The staff and students live out their beliefs and values in the classroom, doing community service and in their extracurricular activities.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/3/2020
As a non-Catholic, I was worried my kids would receive either corporal punishment or religious indoctrination.I’m delighted to report that not only have neither of these occurred, but Lumen has surpassed all my expectations how kids are treated and educated. Both character and academically.Previous...
2/5/2018
Our child just transferred from Dimond High School to Lumen in the middle of her Sophomore year. She did not do well at public school for a number of reasons so we decided to try a private school. We are Protestant, not Catholic and our daugther currently declares herself as an atheist. Yet, we coul...
1/30/2018
This is our second year at Lumen Christ and we are extremely happy with the choice we made for our daughter. The above-average test scores and 100% graduation rate are a direct result of the high-quality teaching and the caliber of the staff, who take an effective, creative approach to teaching, whi...
1/18/2018
As a parent of a 7th grader, and a 6th grader who will follow in his brother's footsteps and attend next year, all I can say is "Woot! We love this school!" Small class size, very rigorous academics (without unreasonable amounts of homework), amazing teacher support, a welcoming atmosphere for any a...
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$348,000 Price
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$10K - $665K Price Range
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$356,000 Price
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Map
List Price Range
$185K - $1.1M
Homes For Sale
47
Average Home Value
$398,348
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
32%
Average Household Income
$126,054
% of College Grads
36.9%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
2,052 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
13.6%
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Homes for Rent
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$1,400 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 465 Sq Ft
- 1130 W 26th Ave
- Unit 203
- Anchorage, AK
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- 1-2 Baths
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- Pre-K to 8th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
DeLong Lake Park
- Fishing
- Trails
- Kayak/Canoe
Pamela Joy Lowry Memorial Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Jewel Lake Park
- Grills
- Kayak/Canoe
- Playground
Kincaid Park
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Connors Bog Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
Shady Birch Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Sand Lake Park
- Boating
- Lake
- Trails
Jade Street Park
Campbell Creek Estuary Park
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Lumen Christi Catholic High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 7-12 located at 8110 Jewel Lake Rd in Anchorage, AK. Annual tuition is $9,500. The school has a total enrollment of 119 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Lumen Christi Catholic High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A-. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1160. The average home value in this area is $398,348. Discover additional schools in the area, like Anchor Lutheran School, Dimond High School, Mears Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Anchorage has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lumen Christi Catholic High School.