Blanchet School
Blanchet Catholic School is located in Salem, Oregon and serves mid-Willamette Valley students in grades 6-12.
Our mission is to provide a comprehensive academic education that enables students to: grow toward maturity in Christ; be challenged by an academically rigorous curriculum; contribute to the enrichment of society; and participate in the traditions of the Catholic Church. Blanchet has established a positive reputation throughout the mid-Valley for its quality academics, excellent faculty and supportive school community.
Students have many opportunities to participate in athletic and activities.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked OR School
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 320 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,725
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Blanchet School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1995
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Government, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History, Honors English - College Credit Course, Honors Pre-Calculus - College Credit Course, Human Anatomy & Physiology - College Credit Course, Intro to Engineering - College Credit Course
Average SAT score
1170
Average ACT score
25
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Dress is work casual - no jeans are allowed)
(Dress is work casual - no jeans are allowed)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Middle School - $8,425
High School - $9,725
$125 application fee
$425 comprehensive fee
% on Financial Aid
41%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Megan Johnston
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Campus Ambassadors, DECA, Friends of Benedictine, G.O.S.P.E.L. Club, Girls Who Code, High-Five Club, International Club, Math Team, National Honor Society, Oregon Battle of the Books, Outdoor Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Speech, Spirit Club, Spirituality Team, Student Government, Students for Change, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Drama, Orchestra, Pep Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports Program
Campus Ambassadors, DECA, Friends of Benedictine, G.O.S.P.E.L. Club, Girls Who Code, High-Five Club, International Club, Math Team, National Honor Society, Oregon Battle of the Books, Outdoor Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Speech, Spirit Club, Spirituality Team, Student Government, Students for Change, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Drama, Orchestra, Pep Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports Program
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