Catlin Gabel School
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
Top Rankings
Catlin Gabel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
School Overview
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Academics and Faculty
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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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.
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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