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#62 of 186 private schools in OR

Top 33% of private schools

Holy Cross Catholic School

Elementary School

5202 N BOWDOIN ST, Portland, OR 97203

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#62 of 186

In Portland

#27 of 55

public schools

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About Holy Cross Catholic School

Holy Cross Catholic School is a private elementary school in Portland, OR. Holy Cross Catholic School serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares0.4 pts above OR schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 199 students, Holy Cross Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Holy Cross Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Cross Catholic School compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.8:1

This School

17.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

199

This School

398

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

7.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.1% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

Black 3% vs 0%

Holy Cross Catholic School Portland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross Catholic School (this school)	—	199	12.8:1	6.9
Cesar Chavez K-8 School	0.3 mi	481	13.7:1	4.8
Astor Elementary School	0.4 mi	375	15.6:1	7.0
Rosa Parks Elementary School	0.7 mi	177	10.4:1	6.1
Peninsula Elementary School	1.1 mi	234	15.6:1	7.5
George Middle School	1.3 mi	364	12.1:1	6.4
Portland Village School	1.5 mi	411	17.1:1	8.3
James John Elementary School	1.6 mi	349	14:1	7.5
Chief Joseph Elementary School	1.6 mi	265	18.9:1	9.1
Sitton Elementary School	2.2 mi	335	12:1	8.8
Ockley Green Middle School	2.2 mi	428	16.5:1	7.7
The Ivy School	2.3 mi	277	18.5:1	8.5
Beach Elementary School	2.4 mi	325	18.1:1	9.3
Boise-Eliot Elementary School	3.3 mi	307	13.3:1	4.2
Chapman Elementary School	3.4 mi	344	18.1:1	6.3
Woodlawn Elementary School	3.4 mi	299	16.6:1	9.4
Kairos PDX	3.4 mi	242	13.4:1	7.2
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School	3.4 mi	305	13.9:1	8.7
Forest Park Elementary School	3.7 mi	321	21.4:1	9.0
Harriet Tubman Middle School	3.9 mi	321	13.4:1	9.3
Metropolitan Learning Center	4.0 mi	337	14.7:1	8.1

Showing 20 of 134 schools. View all schools in Portland

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OR.

Classroom Attention

B 6.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,109.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 199

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 57.8%

Hispanic 25.1%

Two or More 9.0%

Asian 3.5%

Black 3.0%

Pacific Islander 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5202 N BOWDOIN ST, Portland, OR 97203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chief Joseph Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sitton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Cesar Chavez K-8 School Portland	0.3 mi	481	4.8
Astor Elementary School Portland	0.4 mi	375	7.0
Rosa Parks Elementary School Portland	0.7 mi	177	6.1
SHINING STAR WALDORF SCHOOL Portland	0.6 mi	78	7.0
Roosevelt High School Portland	1.0 mi	1,454	5.0
George Middle School Portland	1.3 mi	364	6.4
Peninsula Elementary School Portland	1.1 mi	234	7.5
THE MONTESORRI HOUSE OF ST JOHNS Portland	1.5 mi	2	—
Portland Village School Portland	1.5 mi	411	8.3
James John Elementary School Portland	1.6 mi	349	7.5
Chief Joseph Elementary School Portland	1.6 mi	265	9.1
OREGON OUTREACH Portland	1.6 mi	45	4.3
Sitton Elementary School Portland	2.2 mi	335	8.8
Beach Elementary School Portland	2.4 mi	325	9.3
Ockley Green Middle School Portland	2.2 mi	428	7.7
The Ivy School Portland	2.3 mi	277	8.5
CLASS ACADEMY Portland	3.1 mi	117	5.4
TRINITY ACADEMY Portland	2.3 mi	104	8.0
Chapman Elementary School Portland	3.4 mi	344	6.3
Jefferson High School Portland	2.8 mi	525	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,619

Median Home Value

$468,600

Median Rent

$1,551/mo

Population

33,159

College Educated

45%

Homeownership

58.9%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Cross Catholic School

What grades does Holy Cross Catholic School serve?

Holy Cross Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Catholic School?

Holy Cross Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Catholic School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Cross Catholic School rank in OR?

Holy Cross Catholic School ranks #62 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Holy Cross Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Cross Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Cross Catholic School a religious school?

Holy Cross Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 79 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 45 Some Transit
Bike Score: 99 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 199
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 179 days
Setting: Large City
County: Multnomah County
Phone: (503) 329-4868

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