St. Thomas More School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked OR School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 209 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Thomas More 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. Thomas More School
Pre-K	14
Kind	22
1	11
2	19
3	21
4	20
5	26
6	24
7	26
8	26

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Year Founded

1948

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 11, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

209 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballSwimming

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Mascot

Bulldog

School Notes

St. Thomas More School is a parish school centered in Gospel values dedicated to maximizing the spiritual and academic development of the whole child.
Our mission is to recognize and educate the whole child spiritually, cognitively, physically, and emotionally. Parents entrust their children to St. Thomas More Catholic School because they are assured of a strong, faith-based curriculum delivered in a caring, creative atmosphere.
There is no question that Catholic Schools are very successful in educating children academically and spiritually.
This is due in part to the level of commitment of all involved; parents, faculty, students, and administration.
From the moment you enter STM you know that something special is happening.
Our teachers are highly motivated and caring.
Our students are consistently called to act upon the gospel values of love, respect, and compassion.
Our parents are dedicated to ensuring that our school thrives.

St. Thomas More School is a parish school centered in Gospel values dedicated to maximizing the spiritual and academic development of the whole child. Our mission is to recognize and educate the whole child spiritually, cognitively, physically, and emotionally. Parents entrust their children to St. Thomas More Catholic School because they are assured of a strong, faith-based curriculum delivered in a caring, creative atmosphere. There is no question that Catholic Schools are very successful in educating children academically and spiritually. This is due in part to the level of commitment of all involved; parents, faculty, students, and administration. From the moment you enter STM you know that something special is happening. Our teachers are highly motivated and caring. Our students are consistently called to act upon the gospel values of love, respect, and compassion. Our parents are dedicated to ensuring that our school thrives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Thomas More School offer?

St. Thomas More School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Thomas More School's ranking?

St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Thomas More School located?

St. Thomas More School is located in the Southwest Hills neighborhood of Portland, OR.

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Did You Know?

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).