Blanchet Catholic School
Blanchet Catholic School provides a comprehensive education program that enables students to: Be challenged by an academically rigorous curriculum, Grow toward maturity in Christ, Contribute to the enrichment of society, Participate in the traditions of the Catholic Church.
wwww.blanchetcatholicschool.com
4373 Market St NE
Salem, OR 97301
OVERVIEW
Blanchet Catholic School is a private, independent, college preparatory middle and high school serving Mid Valley students in grades 6-12. Academic excellence, a strong community, and opportunities for success in all aspects of student life are the cornerstones of a Blanchet Catholic education. The faculty and staff work tirelessly to mentor, challenge, and support students with a rigorous curriculum and a strong co-curricular program in the areas of service, campus ministry, performing arts, clubs and athletics. Blanchet Catholic School strives to educate the whole student and prepare them for life beyond the walls of our school. Sixty percent of Blanchet students are Catholic. Ninety-eight percent of Blanchet graduates attend colleges and universities. The school is accredited through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, and the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement, through Cognia. The school is a member of the National Catholic Education Association. Blanchet students have a tradition of academic excellence since 1998, thirty-four students have been recognized by the National Merit Scholarship organization.
HONORS & ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
Honors Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Algebra II, Honors Chemistry, Honors English 9, Honors English 10, Honors Physics, Honors Statistics, Honors Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP English Literature, AP Language Composition, AP Government, AP Physics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Best of the Willamette Valley
Best High School: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Best Middle School: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024
Best Private School: 2020, 2021, 2022
Statesman Journal’s Best of the Mid-Valley Community’s Choice Awards
Best Private School: 2024
Crystal Apple Awards (Recognizing Outstanding Teachers/Staff in Salem/Keizer)
Shayla Brown – College Counselor (2024)
Harry Ahn – Math Teacher (2023)
CAMPUS LIFE & EXTRACURRICULARS
Academic & Professional
DECA, HOSA Future Health Professionals, Model UN, National Honor Society, Science Olympiad, Speech & Debate
Arts & Performance
Craft Club, International Thespian Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society
Cultural & Language
American Sign Language Club, Spanish Club
Leadership & Service
Campus Ambassadors, Friends of Benedictine (FOB), Glamour Gals, Spirituality Team, Student Government, Students for Change
Faith-Based
Bible Study, GOSPEL Club, Spirit Club
Special Interests
Chess Club, eSports, Blanchet Newspaper, Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB), Outdoor Club, Robotics Club
Environmental & Social Responsibility
Caretakers of the Environment International (CEI)
Athletics
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE & DESTINATIONS
College Acceptance Rate: 98%
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT
ESL Program: No
International Advisor: Yes
Total 9th-12th grade Students: 212