St. Mary Elementary School (Closed 2010)

St. Mary's School promotes each child's spiritual, academic, and character development as a Catholic Christian in the image of Jesus Christ.
We provide a learning environment where students are taught to live the Gospel values and receive a quality educational program.
Students are taught to be responsible, independent, and enthusiastic learners.
We empower students to develop and nourish their God-given talents.
We follow the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Portland. All of our teachers are qualified and certified by the State of Oregon.
More importantly, they each are highly dedicated educational professionals. Our program begins with a full day Kindergarten and continues to grade eight.
Students are taught Religion, and all other core curriculum subjects.
Our school is part of St. Mary's Parish community that believes in Catholic education and generously supports the school.
With parents, school staff and parishioners working together, we are able to continue the rich tradition of Catholic education.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St. Mary's School promotes each child's spiritual, academic, and character development as a Catholic Christian in the image of Jesus Christ. We provide a learning environment where students are taught to live the Gospel values and receive a quality educational program. Students are taught to be responsible, independent, and enthusiastic learners. We empower students to develop and nourish their God-given talents. We follow the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Portland. All of our teachers are qualified and certified by the State of Oregon. More importantly, they each are highly dedicated educational professionals. Our program begins with a full day Kindergarten and continues to grade eight. Students are taught Religion, and all other core curriculum subjects. Our school is part of St. Mary's Parish community that believes in Catholic education and generously supports the school. With parents, school staff and parishioners working together, we are able to continue the rich tradition of Catholic education.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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