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Central Catholic High School

2401 Se Stark St Portland, OR 97214
Tel: (503) 235-3138

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 845 students
  • Average class size: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory school committed to educating the whole person within the Catholic community.
  • Central Catholic focuses on the moral development and particular gifts of each student, challenging the individual to develop spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically - and to live as a Christian witness in service to others.
  • Our vision is to achieve academic competence and intellectual excellence, formed in faith by community to be people for others.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked OR School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 845 students
  • Average class size: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeCentral Catholic High School
9233
10220
11187
12205
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Year Founded
1939
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School Motto
'Where Character Matters.'

Student Body

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

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
26 students
Number of AP Courses
27 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Sports

Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Mascot
Rammy The Ram

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Brennan Scarlett - Professional Football Player - 2011 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Central Catholic High School?
Central Catholic High School famous alumni include: Brennan Scarlett - Professional Football Player - 2011.
What is Central Catholic High School's ranking?
Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Central Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Central Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Central Catholic High School located?
Central Catholic High School is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in Southeast Portland.

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