Cathedral School mission is to provide an excellent academic education grounded in Catholic religious principles and values, thereby creating a lifelong love of learning and a respect for each person and all creation as gifts of God.
In the spirit of its mission statement, Cathedral School will design and implement curricula that provide for the education of the whole Christian person; provide a learning environment in which each child can develop to his or her full individual potential; create a faith community wherein Catholic truths become the foundation for daily living; and complement and support the family's mission to prepare the child for life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cathedral School cost?
Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What is Cathedral School's ranking?
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral School?
The application deadline for Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cathedral School located?
Cathedral School is located in the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in Northwest Portland.
School Reviews
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I attended this school a long time ago and cannot wait to move back to PDX from SF. Our cousins attend, along with our friends. Portland needs a solid Catholic K-8 school with Catholic values and a great education and loving environment. I love that it's downtown at the cathedral with the archbishop. My nephews/nieces go to Jesuit, Central, and Lincoln and are doing very well/are good people with the foundation they received at the school. Every school has good and bad, but the people I trust the most say the best things about Cathedral. Counting down the days....
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