St Agatha Catholic School

7960 Se 15th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97202-0972
St. Agatha Catholic School is an academic and faith community rooted in the traditions and teachings of the Catholic Church.We recognize parents as the primary educators of their children.It is a privilege and a responsibility to work in partnership with parents to educate and nurture their children as our students. While the school experience should not and cannot replace the learning that occurs at home, it can supplement and complement. We build upon the family foundation and strive to support the family mission.We acknowledge the role of the whole community, family school and parish, in ensuring that each student reaches his or her full potential as a child of God.We draw upon the resources of our community to support and enhance the education of students at St. Agatha Catholic School.We endeavor to develop the mind, body, and spirit of each and every child.St. Agatha Catholic School provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to flourish. Our program is directed toward the mastery of academic skills, while allowing students the opportunity to develop a range of individual talents and abilities. We encourage and expect our students to work toward their academic potential and to grow in their faith and knowledge of Jesus Christ. We are committed to the continual improvement of the curriculum.We believe teachers are charged with the responsibility of being guides and role models, not just in academic subjects, but in life skills as well.We model successful behaviors and teach specifically to them, seeking to cultivate and environment where respect for each child is demonstrated through words and actions. We teach the children strategies to peacefully resolve the problems and challenges of daily life. We are also committed to the professional growth of our staff as educators, improving the skills that allow them to reach and nurture their students.

School Overview:

St Agatha Catholic School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Learning Support Center that supports students with varying academic needs
Student Body
Total Students 227 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 14% (OR School Avg.: 17%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 15:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered 6 sports
Sports
Basketball Football
Lacrosse Swimming
Track and Field Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 1 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
After School Spanish Class

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Nearby Schools:

St Agatha Catholic School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Holy Family School
Gr. K-9 | 1.4 mi. away
Portland Waldorf School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-12 | 1.5 mi. away
The Portland French School
Gr. K-9 | 1.5 mi. away
St John The Baptist Catholic School
Gr. PK-8 | 1.7 mi. away
Whole Child Montessori Center
Gr. K | 1.7 mi. away

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