St. Pius X School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked OR School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 540 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,600
Average class size: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

St. Pius X School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Pius X School
Pre-K	36
Kind	50
1	50
2	54
3	49
4	58
5	60
6	62
7	59
8	62

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1960

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School Motto

We are called to be the eyes and hands and heart of the Risen Jesus.

Student Body

Total Students

540 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

30 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,600

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Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

FootballLacrosse

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Boy ScoutsChess Club

DramaGirl Scouts

Lego RoboticsScience

School Notes

Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence Founded in 1960 in Cedar Mill outside of Portland Oregon, St. Pius X School is celebrating 60 years of academic excellence.
As an accredited Catholic Parish School, we develop a personal and active faith in our students that impacts beliefs, values, and behaviors while strengthening their commitment to the community. St. Pius X School welcomes students of all faiths in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School.
We offer a comprehensive pre-kindergarten through 8th grade academic foundation while meeting individual student needs.
St. Pius X School believes that academic excellence is a shared responsibility of our students, families, and faculty.

Guiding Principles, Integrating Christian Values and Academic Excellence.The guiding principles of St. Pius X School students, faculty, administrators, and families are Love, Knowledge, Respect, and Justice.' Students continue to grow throughout their lives'In Love by living the Christian faith, practicing compassion for the needs of others and communicating with God using a variety of prayer forms. Our students embrace their knowledge of Catholic history, teachings, faith, scriptures, sacraments, liturgy, and prayers.In Knowledge by seeking academic excellence and exhibiting curiosity and an enthusiastic desire to be life-long learners.' Our students demonstrate a committed engagement by ethically and effectively applying critical, creative, and problem-solving skills with clarity and purpose.In Respect by making loving choices in accordance with the teachings of Jesus, accepting responsibility for personal choices, and learning to understand and accept the differences of others. Our students express conviction and courage regarding their own beliefs while practicing healthy competitiveness in conjunction with good sportsmanship.In Justice by respecting the rights and dignity of others, and by sharing experiences of giving and receiving that reflects God's loving will. Our students use their unique gifts and talents to serve God and their community, demonstrating stewardship and responsibility.''Academic Excellence: A 60-year Foundation, St. Pius X School provides a broad and relevant curriculum that is based on our mission and guiding principles. Our students are held to a high academic standard. Our teachers have over 100 years of education experience, 60% have their advanced degrees and five are former St. Pius X students. We use a variety of instructional techniques providing all students the opportunity to acquire and practice academic skills including problem solving, critical- and creative-thinking, active listening, and public speaking.In addition to meeting grade-appropriate Oregon academic standards in reading, writing, spelling, math, social sciences, and science, our St. Pius X School curriculum includes religion, health, physical education, foreign language, computer science, library, music, and art. Student learning is enriched with interactive academics in which our students simulate the Civil War, recreate Ancient Greece, and participate in mock Olympics and our heritage fair. Organized educational field trips are highly anticipated school traditions.Our middle schoolers enjoy a 20 to 1 student-to-teacher ratio in language arts and math classes. Two-third of St. Pius X School graduates receive the President's Award for Academic Excellence with cumulative GPAs of 3.5 or higher. Our speech, math, and reading teams regularly place high in inter-scholastic competitions. Our students participate in many CYO athletic, academic, service, and artistic extracurricular endeavors. Annually, our student body completes 1,000+ hours of volunteer community service. St. Pius X School is a true community that spans multiple generations building connections across time. Over the last 60 years we have grown into a strong, diverse school reflecting our shared values and Catholic faith. As we look forward to the next 60 years, you'll find us committed to academic excellence and to developing a personal and active faith in our students that impacts their beliefs, values, behaviors, and commitment. St. Pius X School welcomes all families to visit our school, talk to our faculty and families, and take a tour. Find out if St. Pius X School is right for your family today. For more information or to schedule a tour please contact us at (503) 644-3244 ext 210 or [email protected].

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How much does St. Pius X School cost?

St. Pius X School's tuition is approximately $7,600 for private students.

What sports does St. Pius X School offer?

St. Pius X School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Football, Lacrosse, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Pius X School's ranking?

St. Pius X School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Pius X School?

The application deadline for St. Pius X School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Pius X School located?

St. Pius X School is located in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 6 other private schools located in Cedar Mill.

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The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $13,763 for elementary schools and $17,132 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).