St. John Fisher

St. John Fisher School is a K-8 Catholic elementary school founded in 1959.
St. John Fisher is recognized by local Catholic high schools for its excellent academic preparation and values learning.
St. John Fisher School has strong parish support, both financially and philosophically.
The school offers a welcoming environment with an expansive, up-to-date campus and physical plant.
St. John Fisher School strives to develop the whole child by inspiring in each student the desire to use his or her God-given gifts to become a life-long learner and a person of integrity, character and responsibility; one who carries out Christ's role in society.
St. John Fisher School offers a strong core curriculum that combines both traditional and progressive methodologies.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 218 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. John Fisher ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
218 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
St. John Fisher Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St. John Fisher School is a K-8 Catholic elementary school founded in 1959. St. John Fisher is recognized by local Catholic high schools for its excellent academic preparation and values learning. St. John Fisher School has strong parish support, both financially and philosophically. The school offers a welcoming environment with an expansive, up-to-date campus and physical plant. St. John Fisher School strives to develop the whole child by inspiring in each student the desire to use his or her God-given gifts to become a life-long learner and a person of integrity, character and responsibility; one who carries out Christ's role in society. St. John Fisher School offers a strong core curriculum that combines both traditional and progressive methodologies.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. John Fisher's ranking?
St. John Fisher ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John Fisher?
The application deadline for St. John Fisher is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John Fisher located?
St. John Fisher is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 26 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 218 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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