Oregon Episcopal School
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(503)768-3115
- OES is a Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 college preparatory, independent school with approximately 870 students.
- We are committed to small classes in a collaborative, project-based learning environment.
- Our beautiful 59-acre campus, located only 15 minutes from downtown Portland, provides the perfect setting for open minds to inquire, explore, and grow in order to succeed in an ever-changing global community.
- Students enjoy close relationships with faculty that encourage intellectual risk-taking, healthy skepticism, informed discussion and imaginative research.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 863 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,000
- Acceptance rate: 41%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 21 / Jan. 30 / rolling
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Oregon Episcopal School places among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) AdvancED NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1869 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer camp cost vary by course, please visit our website summer.oes.edu for camp costs. |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 863 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 45% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 120 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 79% |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 5 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science, AP French Language, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics |
| Average SAT score | 1400 |
| Average ACT score | 29 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 21 / Jan. 30 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies by grade; and families may apply for Flexible Tuition: www.oes.edu/tuition |
| % on Financial Aid | 20% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $18,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 41% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Susan Gundle |
| Admissions Associate | Sarah Ross-Bailly |
| Endowment Size | $23 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 10 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballAlpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 24 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: A Cappella & Concert Choirs, Business Club, Challenge Course, Coding for Girls, Greenhouse activity, Junior State of America, Maker Studio, Mock Trial, Model UN, Robotics, School Newspaper, Speech & Debate, Student government, Ukulele & Other Acoustics, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Band, Ceramics, Filmmaking, Stagecraft, String Orchestra, Theater Recreational Athletic Programs: Aikido, Athletic training, Outdoor Program |
School Notes
- Research-based science program helps students become finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search and Siemens Competition.
- On-campus fencing salon led by Ed Korfanty trains Olympic fencers, including two-time gold-medalist Mariel Zagunis.
- Outdoor program provides experienced leadership for a cornucopia of activities geared for levels of expertise from beginner to expert.
- Lacrosse program is one of pre-eminent programs in the state of Oregon, with the team playing in the state championship match most years.
- Winterim program includes international trips for service or language immersion as well as domestic adventures, art workshops, and cultural experiences in the Portland area.
- Rooted in the Episcopal tradition, the school emphasizes respect for all faiths and each student`s efforts to develop spiritually to realize his or her power for good in the world.
- International program stresses cultural awareness and understanding among students from many nations.
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