Catlin Gabel School

8825 SW Barnes Road
Portland, OR 97225

Catlin Gabel School Photo #1 - Catlin Gabel is recognized as one of the finest schools in the nation. When students step onto our 67-acre campus, they find themselves in the center of our educational experience-fir trees, meadows, and apple orchard, as well as multimedia classrooms, a creative arts center, state-of-the-art science labs, divisional libraries, soccer fields, tennis courts, an outdoor track, and much more.

Catlin Gabel School Photo #2 - Performances of all kinds take place throughout the year -- in our intimate Black Box theater and our 700-seat Cabell Center Theater.

Catlin Gabel School Photo #3 - Students of every age take advantage of outside learning opportunities.

Catlin Gabel School Photo #4 - Catlin students have represented the State of Oregon in the National Science Bowl Championships, have competed and won at local and national levels in robotics championships, as well as other science-related ventures.

Catlin Gabel is recognized as one of the finest schools in the nation, known for providing an education that is a catalyst for lifelong learning.

Because our approach is grounded in the principles of progressive education, students of every age, from preschool to high school, can harness their true potential.

They learn through discovery and conversation, which take place in our classrooms, in our forests, and beyond the confines of campus. Teachers encourage students to ask questions and search for answers, to advocate for themselves and others, and to keep trying when they don`t succeed the first time.This is all possible in a community of just over 770 students.

Here, we want to fuel curiosity with courage so that every student will have the confidence and ability to rise to the challenges of life, becoming global citizens who can change the world for good.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked OR School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 779 students
Acceptance rate: 26%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 21 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Top Rankings

Catlin Gabel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1957

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

779 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

90 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

17 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Sciences, English, French, Physics, Social Studies, Spanish, Statistics

Average SAT score

1414

Average ACT score

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 21 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Varies by division: $29,700-37,005

% on Financial Aid

27%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$24,690

Acceptance Rate

26%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Sara Nordhoff

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball

School Notes

Catlin Gabel is Portland`s nationally recognized progressive independent day school where students learn by doing. We're known for our talented faculty, for the breadth of our academic and co-curricular programs in our Beginning and Lower School (preschool to 5th grade); Middle School (6th-8th grade) and Upper School (9th-12th grade), and for the success of our graduates. When students step onto our 67-acre campus, which is located minutes from downtown Portland, they find themselves at the center of the education experience. Students engage in learning in classes, in our woods and stream, in the wider Portland community, and beyond. In addition to our rigorous academic programs, students starting from the earliest years explore world languages, music, art, health, and wellness. We're also recognized for our sense of community; we strive to be inclusive and empathetic, and recognize that there's always more work to be done. We're committed to creating a culture of kindness, where we treat one another with the respect and dignity that we each deserve, as well as the environment in which we live. We invite you to learn more about the Catlin Gabel experience by connecting with our enrollment team who can provide further information about grade-level specific programs and introduce you to our state-of-the-art facilities, our wooded campus, as well as our teachers, students, and parents.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Catlin Gabel School?

The acceptance rate of Catlin Gabel School is 26%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Catlin Gabel School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Oregon with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Catlin Gabel School offer?

Catlin Gabel School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Catlin Gabel School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for most sports offered.

What is Catlin Gabel School's ranking?

Catlin Gabel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Catlin Gabel School?

The application deadline for Catlin Gabel School is Jan. 21 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 21 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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