Holy Cross Catholic School

Holy Cross is a Catholic School that weaves a combination of excellent academic learning with a warm family environment that promotes forgiveness, community, faith and friendship.
Our school serves the diverse North Portland Catholic Community, providing Catholic education for children in grades kindergarten through eight.
The school nurtures, affirms, and challenges the students in their pursuit of learning and the responsibilities of faith and citizenship.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
223 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Holy Cross Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Band, Chess Club, Choir, Speech Team, Student Council

School Notes

  • Holy Cross is a community of diverse family backgrounds and welcomes students of all races, religions, and cultures. Established in 1912 by the Sisters of Saint Mary of Oregon (SSMO), religion is taught daily and incorporated into all curriculum areas. The spirit of faith is modeled among the faculty and is part of all school actvities, including private and communal prayer experiences and weekly student liturgies. Holy Cross Catholic School is accredited by the WCEA, the WASC, and the State of Oregon. The entire faculty is state-certified, and over 80 percent hold master degrees. Many grades also have student teachers from the University of Portland.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Holy Cross Catholic School offer?
Holy Cross Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football and Volleyball.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Holy Cross Catholic School located?
Holy Cross Catholic School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 7 other private schools located in North Portland.

School Reviews

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My son started at Holy Cross as a pre-K'er and is currently in Kindergarten. He has absolutely blossomed at the school. They encourage his sense of wonder and curiosity and he is gaining a fantastic academic foundation. We feel so lucky to be a part of the HC community and I'm so proud of the values my child is developing and thankful for the incredible partnership I have with the school in educating my child.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $12,224 for elementary schools and $14,116 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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