For well over a century, O'Hara Catholic School has provided an exemplary program for children from across Lane County, Oregon.
Students from Pre-School through 8th grade receive an exceptional education in a nurturing and loving environment.
Graduates leave O'Hara with a strong foundation of knowledge, faith, and a way of interacting in the world with confidence and compassion.
O'Hara Catholic School, as an extension of the family and as an instrument of Christ, is dedicated to developing the whole child in a secure and nurturing environment.
Our mission is to prepare students to strive for excellence spiritually, academically, physically and socially, and to be life-long learners with strong Catholic values.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,208
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
O'hara Catholic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
548 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See website
Admissions Director
Heather Stoltz
Application URL
School Notes
- O'Hara Catholic School is an elementary and middle school providing a quality education to the surrounding community. It is the responsibility of the faculty and staff, as the facilitators of learning, to assist the parents in their role as the primary educators of their children. We offer a core program of Catholic faith development encouraging students to model the life of Christ. O'Hara's student-centered environment is dedicated to educating the whole child. Our environment encourages spiritual, academic, emotional, physical, and social growth. The O'Hara community is committed to preparing our students to be responsible contributing members of our global community in service to others. Our students' responses to their lives' callings are based on Christian morals and the intellectual foundation we provide.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Archbishop Edwin Vincent O'Hara, former Superintendent of Catholic Schools of Oregon
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does O'hara Catholic Elementary School cost?
O'hara Catholic Elementary School's tuition is approximately $9,208 for private students.
What schools are O'hara Catholic Elementary School often compared to?
O'hara Catholic Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Catholic School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from O'hara Catholic Elementary School?
O'hara Catholic Elementary School famous alumni include: Archbishop Edwin Vincent O'Hara, former Superintendent of Catholic Schools of Oregon.
What is O'hara Catholic Elementary School's ranking?
O'hara Catholic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for O'hara Catholic Elementary School?
The application deadline for O'hara Catholic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is O'hara Catholic Elementary School located?
O'hara Catholic Elementary School is located in the West Eugene neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in West Eugene.
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The nearest high school to O'hara Catholic Elementary School is Looking Glass Riverfront School & Career Center (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Kindercare Learning Centers (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Little French School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2895 Chad Drive
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 352 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul Catholic School
(Catholic)
1201 Satre St
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Avg. class size: 25 students
86397 Eldon Schafer Dr
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
2500 W 18th Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 686-8655
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 686-8655
7.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 158 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2895 Chad Drive
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 352 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul Catholic School
(Catholic)
1201 Satre St
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Avg. class size: 25 students
86397 Eldon Schafer Dr
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
2500 W 18th Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 686-8655
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 686-8655
7.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 158 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2895 Chad Drive
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
Eugene, OR 97408
(541) 554-1517
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 352 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul Catholic School
(Catholic)
1201 Satre St
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 344-1401
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Avg. class size: 25 students
86397 Eldon Schafer Dr
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 744-0954
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1376 Olive Street
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 345-3818
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 345-3818
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Children's Choice Main St. Montessori
Montessori School
708 W 10th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 349-9797
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 349-9797
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students Tuition listed
Big Little School
Daycare / Preschool
1685 W 13th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 683-2532
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 683-2532
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
Chambers KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
1410 Chambers St.
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 49 students
Kindercare Learning Centers ![Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Alternative School
1410 Chambers St
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1666 W. 12th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 302-2554
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 302-2554
0.8 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Looking Glass New Roads School
Alternative School
945 W 7th Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 600-7281
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 600-7281
0.9 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students
Looking Glass Center Point School
All-boys | Special Education School
1790 W 11th Ave Ste A
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 868-0661
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 868-0661
1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 16 students
Looking Glass Stepping Stone Program School
All-boys | Alternative School
2517 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 342-4293
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 342-4293
2.1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
Looking Glass - River Road
Special Education School
550 River Rd
Eugene, OR 97404
(541) 246-1146
Eugene, OR 97404
(541) 246-1146
2.2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 16 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kindercare Learning Centers ![Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Alternative School
1410 Chambers St
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Looking Glass Center Point School
All-boys | Special Education School
1790 W 11th Ave Ste A
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 868-0661
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 868-0661
1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 16 students
Eugene Waldorf School ![Eugene Waldorf School Photo]( "Eugene Waldorf School Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
1350 Mclean Blvd
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 683-6951
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 683-6951
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Far Horizons Montessori School
Montessori School
2490 Hilyard St
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 485-0521
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 485-0521
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Looking Glass Stepping Stone Program School
All-boys | Alternative School
2517 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 342-4293
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 342-4293
2.1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1376 Olive Street
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 345-3818
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 345-3818
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Children's Choice Main St. Montessori
Montessori School
708 W 10th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 349-9797
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 349-9797
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students Tuition listed
Big Little School
Daycare / Preschool
1685 W 13th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 683-2532
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 683-2532
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
Chambers KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
1410 Chambers St.
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 49 students
Kindercare Learning Centers ![Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Alternative School
1410 Chambers St
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
950 W 22nd Ave
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-5000
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-5000
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1510 W 14th Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 790-5300
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 790-5300
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 W 10th Ave
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 952-1381
Eugene, OR 97401
(541) 952-1381
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 655 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1650 W 22nd Ave
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-5700
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-5700
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1155 Crest Dr
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-3700
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 790-3700
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 112 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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