Visitation Catholic School, with its religious and spiritual foundation, challenges students to develop their full potential as individuals and contributes to the building of leaders, demanding that each student make a difference in our world.
In addition, by requiring a solid foundation in religious and moral education, we give students an opportunity to develop a creative vision and a sense of responsibility for others.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,360
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Visitation 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
1891
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
209 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student CouncilYearbook Club
School Notes
- The faculty members at Visitation Catholic School are unsurpassed. They form a community of learning and they see what they do more as a way of life than a job. Daily, they help and encourage their students to learn, to challenge themselves, and to become better people. The faculty strives to provide students with the real tools to deal with the exhilarating challenges of life, and no doubt has done their job well so that our students are able to handle what life presents. This is evident as VCS students have developed a strong sense of values, understanding what it means to be human, being unselfish young men and women who want to make a difference in a world that expects a great deal of them.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Visitation School cost?
Visitation School's tuition is approximately $3,360 for private students.
What sports does Visitation School offer?
Visitation School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
What is Visitation School's ranking?
Visitation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Visitation School?
The application deadline for Visitation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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