Catalyst High School serves 168 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Catalyst High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Catalyst High School?
168 students attend Catalyst High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Catalyst High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalyst High School?
Catalyst High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catalyst High School offer ?
Catalyst High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Catalyst High School part of?
Catalyst High School is part of Newberg SD 29j School District.
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