- Private
- PORTLAND, OR
Catlin Gabel School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private
- PK, K-12
- PORTLAND, OR
- Rating 4.42 out of 5 96 reviews
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- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Sportsgrade A
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Catlin Gabel is recognized as one of the finest schools in the nation, known for providing an education that is a catalyst for lifelong learning. Because our approach is grounded in the principles of progressive education, students of every age, from preschool to high school, can harness their true potential. They learn through discovery and conversation, which take place in our classrooms, in our forests, and beyond the confines of campus. Teachers encourage students to ask questions and search for answers, to advocate for themselves and others, and to keep trying when they don’t succeed the first time.This is all possible in a community of just over 770 students. Here, we want to fuel curiosity with courage so that every student will have the confidence and ability to rise to the challenges of life, becoming global citizens who can change the world for good.
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Student-Centered, Progressive Education
When students step onto our 67-acre campus, they find themselves at the center of the education experience. Students engage in learning in classes, in our woods and stream, in the wider Portland community, and beyond. In addition to our rigorous academic programs, students from the earliest years on explore modern languages and the arts, from music and theater to wood shop and visual arts.
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Catlin Gabel School Reviews
The preparation the school gave for college was certainly unparalleled to most other schools, especially (as another review also states) when it comes to writing skills. Of course, I also felt I was prepared to succeed in many other disciplines as well.
Some of the reviews on this platform from over 5 years ago do include criticisms that have changed, as grades have become less hidden with the use of digital platforms such as Canvas and there are popularized on-campus groups related to LGBT representation.
Catlin lacks significant socio-economic and racial diversity, however, and often fails to hold onto Black faculty.
One highlight is the amount of individual attention teachers give to students. Especially in the English department, one-on-one meetings are often required, which can seem intimidating but is actually incredibly helpful for developing both academic and personal skills.
Catlin encourages individualism - their class schedule allows for a lot of freedom in choosing electives, and their clubs are numerous and well supported by the school. Mock trial, debate, and FRC robotics are especially strong.
Overall, Catlin gave me a place to safely and comfortably explore myself and my interests, while pushing me to reach new academic heights. I can’t recommend it enough.