Oregon Episcopal School
- Since 1869, OES has been helping children develop solid academic skills, sound character, strong leadership abilities, and an appreciation for the value of hard work and giving back to the community. At OES, academics are a blend of traditional, research-based, cross-disciplinary, and experiential coursework. The OES science program challenge students through independent research, professional mentoring, and national and international competition.
- Our research-based humanities programs lead students to create truly impressive works like the Literary Journalism Project.
- Upper School students also take on leadership responsibilities through student government, clubs and organizations, athletic teams, and performing arts.
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- Student Test Scores High average SAT scores
| Definition of Terms 2018 School Data | Oregon Episcopal | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered (Boarding) | 9-12, PG | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | Pre-K-12, PG | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1869 | 1910 |
| Campus Size | 59 acres | 106 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 870 students | 313 students |
| % Students of Color | 45% | 21% |
| % International Students | 5% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 18% | 66% |
| Average SAT Score | 1400 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1335 - 1485 | - |
| Average ACT score | 29 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | Yes | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 16 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 5 | 17 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 79% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Endowment Size | $23 million | $19 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $62,900 | $54,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $33,400 (Grade 9-12 Day student tuition; tuition varies by grade, please visit our website to learn more www.oes.edu/tuition) | $30,555 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 20% | 37% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | Jan. 31 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 36% | 55% |
| Director of Admissions | Susan Gundle | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Jen Bash | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 5 | 17 |
| Courses | Calculus AB, Calculus BC, French Language, Spanish Language, Statistics | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 10 | 15 |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 22 | 24 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: BPA Science Bowl, Greenhouse, International Student Club, Junior State of America, Model United Nations, Newspaper, Robotics, Speech and Debate, Spirit Squad, Student Government, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Accapella and Concert Choir, Band & Orchestra, Ceramics Club, Digital Art, Drama Club, Drawing, Film Making Club, Painting, Photography, Studio Art Recreational Athletic Programs: Aikido | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2011 - 2014 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| University of Southern California | 12 | |
| University of Washington | 10 | |
| Stanford University | 9 | |
| Santa Clara University | 8 | |
| Chapman University | 7 | |
| New York University | 7 | |
| Occidental College | 7 | |
| University of Oregon | 6 | |
| Middlebury College | 5 | |
| University of Puget Sound | 5 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Research-based science program helps students become finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search and Siemens Competition.
- On-campus fencing salon led by Ed Korfanty trains Olympic fencers, including two-time gold-medalist Mariel Zagunis.
- Outdoor program provides experienced leadership for a cornucopia of activities geared for levels of expertise from beginner to expert.
- Boys and Girls Varsity soccer teams have played in the state championship for the past 3 years.
- Lacrosse program is one of pre-eminent programs in the state of Oregon, with the team playing in the state championship match most years.
- Winterim program includes international trips for service or language immersion as well as domestic adventures, art workshops, and cultural experiences in the Portland area.
- International program stresses cultural awareness and understanding among students from many nations.
- Oregon Episcopal School accreditations: Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, Northwest Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Virginia Euwer Wolff - Author of books for young adults
- Jon Robinson - Actor
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