Who We Are
Central Catholic is a four-year, private Catholic high school that has been located in the heart of southeast Portland, Oregon, since 1939. We offer students a transformative educational experience that emphasizes personal growth, critical thinking, academic excellence and service to others.
Our team of talented educators and staff provide the curriculum and care needed for students to become the best version of themselves, going on to have a positive, and purposeful, impact on the world. As one of the most diverse private high schools in the region, we foster a feeling of belonging through our shared vision, values and beliefs. At Central Catholic, we teach and model Gospel values, the faith of the Catholic church, and the teachings of Jesus Christ through our comprehensive religious, academic, co-curricular and service programs.
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OUR PURPOSE
To develop the hearts and minds of every student.
OUR VISION
We envision a future where every student becomes the best version of themselves, and goes on to have a positive, and purposeful, impact on the world.
OUR PROMISE
You belong at Central Catholic.
OUR VALUES
Faith and Love, Community, Diversity, Academic Excellence, Compassion, and Integrity