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Portland, Oregon, USA Co-Ed, Episcopal
Established in 1869, OES is a co-ed, Pre-K - Grade 12, independent, day and boarding school located on a 59-acre wooded campus in Portland, Oregon. We celebrate exploration and discovery, experiential learning, the cultivation of meaningful relationships, and being a presence of good in the world. Service learning is an essential part of our school’s philosophy.
OES is a college preparatory school and our students move on to select colleges. In a typical year, over 130 colleges visit OES to recruit our students. Our average class size of 14 students enables discussion based learning. Our students become strong and versatile writers, critical thinkers, designers, performers, and they engage in hands-on, project oriented work. For example, through our annual science research project, our students have reached great heights in research, and national and international recognition.
Our dorm students are incredibly supported. We have one faculty dorm parent for approximately every six dorm students. Being a smaller dorm program, our students build close relationships with each other, and adults, and they have more opportunities for leadership. Our dorm students are supported and known by our community.
6300 SW Nicol RoadPortland, Oregon, USA 97223 (503) 768-3115
Director of Admissions: Susan Gundle Admissions Phone:(503) 768-3115Fax:503-768-3140 Email: [email protected] Website: www.oes.edu
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Application for boarding student admission is due by midnight on January 29. We accept the SAO Application, or you may apply online at www.oes.edu/admissions.
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Summary: At OES, academics are a blend of traditional, research-based, cross-disciplinary, and experiential coursework. The renowned OES science program challenges 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.
Department Director: Asha Appel
Average Class Size: 14
Full Time Teachers: 122
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 71.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 7/1
Summer Programs Offered: Offered
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of Advanced Placement Courses Offered: 5
Notable Achievements: Siemens Competition 1st & ISEF 1st, Student selected for Sondheim Young Playwrights
Summary: Our boarding program (grades 9-12) celebrates a community of 60 students from around the world. The smaller size of our boarding program has enabled our day and boarding students to become a closely-knit community. Our dorm students are supported by a caring group of adults consisting of dorm “parents” (faculty), dorm heads and the Director of Residential Life. The dorm adults offer activities for students that often embrace the outdoor pursuits of the Pacific Northwest (canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, surfing, and skiing) and take advantage of the vibrant cultural scene of Portland, Oregon (restaurants, music and sporting events like NBA games).LOCATION-15 minutes to downtown-25 minutes to airport-close to Cascade Mountains & Oregon Coast-ideal climate (4 seasons with mild winter)
Department Director: Sarah Grenert-Funk
Number of Dorms: 2
Average Students Per Dorm: 30
No. of Girls Dorms: 1
No. of Boys Dorms: 1
Dorm Amenities:
Dress Code: Casual
Summary: Weekends provide time to relax and to experience the many cultural events and outdoor opportunities in and around Portland.
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Summary: ARTSOES students have access to a music recording studio, media lab, woodshop, darkroom, ceramics studio, apparel construction area, 3D printers, and multiple creative spaces. Our music program celebrates symphonic and jazz bands, concert and a capella choirs, and a music production class. Our thriving theater arts program hosts several productions throughout the school year, culminating in our annual spring "One Acts," where student written plays are selected for full production. ATHLETICSOur no-cut sports policy ensures that every student who wants to play, gets to play, whatever the sport, and feels the joy of being part of a team. Our growing athletics program offers countless opportunities for self-confidence and leadership. Sports include: soccer, cross country, volleyball, basketball, skiing, tennis, track, lacrosse, golf, and fencing. In particular, OES has celebrated recent state championships in basketball, soccer, tennis and lacrosse.
Arts Department Director: Cameron Jack
Athletics Department Director: Dennis Sullivan
Notable Achievements: 2020 State Champions - Boys Basketball, 2018 State Champions - Boys Lacrosse, 2018 State Champions - Girls Soccer
Summary: Starting in 9th grade, our college counselors are available to guide and support students and their families in the college exploration process. The goal is to help each student find a college that will allow him or her to flourish intellectually, socially, and emotionally both in and beyond the classroom. OES graduates attend an array of excellent colleges.
Department Director: Paula Sutton
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores
Summary: Our half-day and all-day camps for grade school, middle school, and high school students are designed to engage students in higher levels of learning in their area of interest—from making an animated movie to studying grammar or playing lacrosse. Students can combine morning and afternoon camps to have a full-day experience.www.oes.edu/summerDay camps only.
Department Director: Kati Stenstrom
Summary: Winterim begins the week before spring break, and engages Upper School students in experiential pursuits. Students and faculty work together each year to develop a diverse offering of courses, varying from international and domestic trips to local exploration and service. Winterim provides students opportunities to follow their passions and to immerse themselves in new skills, places, cultures, and ideas. Winterim builds community and creates some of the best memories of the school year! Examples of Past Winterim Trips* Dogsledding in Minnesota* Kayaking in New Zealand* Cooking in France* Sailing in Washington* SCUBA Diving in Hawaii* Teaching English in Cambodia