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#156 of 186 private schools in OR

Holy Family Academy

Elementary School

10697 HOWELL PRAIRIE RD NE, Brooks, OR 97305

Private

Enrollment

74

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Holy Family Academy

5.2/10

Elementary School in Brooks · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gervais Middle School

6.4/10

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5.9/10

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About Holy Family Academy

Holy Family Academy is a private elementary school in Brooks, OR. Holy Family Academy serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares1.3 pts below OR schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 74 students, Holy Family Academy 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 Family Academy 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.

Holy Family Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 74
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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 86.5%
Hispanic 5.4%
Two or More 5.4%
Pacific Islander 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10697 HOWELL PRAIRIE RD NE, Brooks, OR 97305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Family Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethany Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Silverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gervais Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Gervais), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LUKE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Woodburn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooks, see our Brooks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Gervais Middle School Gervais 2.4 mi 6.4
Gervais High School Gervais 2.4 mi 5.9
Gervais Elementary School Gervais 2.7 mi 7.7
Frontier Charter Academy Gervais 2.8 mi 9.2
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gervais 3.0 mi 5.7
Heritage Elementary Woodburn 4.2 mi 5.6
Valor Middle School Woodburn 4.2 mi 4.0
Woodburn Success Woodburn 4.6 mi 6.9
Woodburn Arthur Academy Woodburn 4.7 mi 6.1
Nellie Muir Elementary School Woodburn 5.0 mi 6.0
Washington Elementary School Woodburn 4.9 mi 5.0
ST LUKE SCHOOL Woodburn 5.1 mi 7.3
Mt Angel Middle School Mt. Angel 3.6 mi 8.2
St Marys Public School Mt. Angel 3.6 mi 4.7
French Prairie Middle School Woodburn 5.3 mi 3.6
John F Kennedy High School Mt. Angel 3.8 mi 7.2
Lincoln Elementary School Woodburn 5.4 mi 5.3
Bethany Charter School Silverton 4.9 mi 7.8
Woodburn High School Woodburn 5.6 mi
Central Howell Elementary School Silverton 5.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,581

Median Home Value

$339,100

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

45,044

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

31.7

Similar Schools

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HOLLA School Portland, OR 5.2
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EMERALD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pleasant Hill, OR 5.3
CENTRAL VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tangent, OR 5.1
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland, OR 5.4
LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lincoln City, OR 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Family Academy

What grades does Holy Family Academy serve?

Holy Family Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Family Academy?

Holy Family Academy has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Family Academy rank in OR?

Holy Family Academy ranks #156 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Holy Family Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Family Academy a private school?

Yes, Holy Family Academy 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 Family Academy a religious school?

Holy Family Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
74
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Marion County

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