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Holy Cross Catholic School

5.00 (1 review)
5202 N Bowdoin St Portland, OR 97203
Tel: (503) 329-4868
www.holycrosspdx.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,200
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Holy Cross is a Catholic School that weaves a combination of excellent academic learning with a warm family environment that promotes forgiveness, community, faith and friendship.
  • Our school serves the diverse North Portland Catholic Community, providing Catholic education for children in grades kindergarten through eight.
  • The school nurtures, affirms, and challenges the students in their pursuit of learning and the responsibilities of faith and citizenship.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,200
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeHoly Cross Catholic School
Pre-K17
Kind22
121
223
316
420
514
623
724
812
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Year Founded
1912
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Student Body

Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
22 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$8,200
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Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
BasketballFootball
Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandChess Club
ChoirSpeech Team
Student Council

School Notes

  • Holy Cross is a community of diverse family backgrounds and welcomes students of all races, religions, and cultures. Established in 1912 by the Sisters of Saint Mary of Oregon (SSMO), religion is taught daily and incorporated into all curriculum areas. The spirit of faith is modeled among the faculty and is part of all school actvities, including private and communal prayer experiences and weekly student liturgies. Holy Cross Catholic School is accredited by the WCEA, the WASC, and the State of Oregon. The entire faculty is state-certified, and over 80 percent hold master degrees. Many grades also have student teachers from the University of Portland.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Cross Catholic School cost?
Holy Cross Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Cross Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Holy Cross Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does Holy Cross Catholic School offer?
Holy Cross Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football and Volleyball.
What is Holy Cross Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Cross Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Holy Cross Catholic School located?
Holy Cross Catholic School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other private schools located in North Portland.

School Reviews

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My son started at Holy Cross as a pre-K'er and is currently in Kindergarten. He has absolutely blossomed at the school. They encourage his sense of wonder and curiosity and he is gaining a fantastic academic foundation. We feel so lucky to be a part of the HC community and I'm so proud of the values my child is developing and thankful for the incredible partnership I have with the school in educating my child.
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