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Marist Catholic High School: Marist High School (Eugene, Oregon)
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Marist Catholic High School

  • LocationEugene, OR
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades 9–12 · 405 students
Official website

Marist Catholic High School in Eugene, Oregon follows the charism of St. Marcellin Champagnat. Its site lists Masses in the school chapel, all-school Masses held about once a month, and a retreat for each class from freshman to senior year. Students take theology every year and complete a required four-year Christian service program.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Marist Catholic High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Peter Catholic Church: 1.7 mi1Saint Mary Catholic Church: 2.7 mi2Saint Mark Catholic Church: 2.7 mi3Saint Paul Catholic Church: 2.9 mi4Marist Campus Ministry Department and school chapel: 0.0 miMarist Catholic High School (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Peter Catholic Church — 1.7 mi · 1150 Maxwell Road, Eugene
  2. Saint Mary Catholic Church — 2.7 mi · 1062 Charnelton Street, Eugene
  3. Saint Mark Catholic Church — 2.7 mi · 1760 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene
  4. Saint Paul Catholic Church — 2.9 mi · 1201 Satre Street, Eugene

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearMonthly (All-school Masses are scheduled on average once a month and held in the gym during the school day. Chapel Masses are optional and are not counted here.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “all-school Masses, celebrating holy days and special Marist occasions, are scheduled, on average, once a month and held in the gym during the school day.”
      All-school Masses are scheduled on average once a month, held in the gym during the school day.
    2. Admissions FAQ | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/admissions-faq.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We also have monthly all school Masses that students attend.”
      The admissions FAQ says there are monthly all-school Masses that students attend.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (Masses are published; the chaplain role is recorded as shared (parttime).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/spiritual-life.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “with the guidance and support of the school president and school chaplain”
      The faith life of the school is supported by a school chaplain. The page does not name the chaplain.
    2. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “all-school Masses, celebrating holy days and special Marist occasions, are scheduled, on average, once a month and held in the gym during the school day.”
      All-school Masses are scheduled on average once a month, held in the gym during the school day.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Four years: the 2026-27 course guide requires 4.00 credits of theology. Each year has 1.00 credit (two semester courses of 0.50 each), listed for grades 9 through 12.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The following lists credits required for graduation from Marist: Theology 4.00”
      Marist requires 4.00 credits of theology for graduation.
      “After research and reflection, students will plan their 50 hours of service to those most in need in the community.”
      The Ecclesiology course has students plan 50 hours of service to those most in need, as part of the required service program.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkYes (The theology department says its curriculum follows the USCCB curriculum set out by the framework.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Theology and Catechesis curriculum follows the curriculum set out by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)”
      The theology curriculum follows the USCCB curriculum.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Recorded from Christian Moral Life, a 12th-grade theology course on moral formation.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The purpose of this course is to address the moral formation of students preparing them to be citizens who base their lives upon justice and love.”
      Christian Moral Life is a 12th-grade theology course on moral formation and evaluating actions in light of Church teaching.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The campus ministry page says students are offered this culture through each classroom experience. The mission statement says faith and reason are integrated.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/campus-ministry.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Marist works to create a culture that is imbued with Christian values and spirituality, offering students exposure to this culture through each classroom experience”
      The school says Christian culture is offered through each classroom experience.
    2. Our Mission | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/our-mission.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Understands that faith and reason are integrated and complementary.”
      The mission statement says students understand that faith and reason are integrated and complementary.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Freshmen: the Lock-In (the retreat page says it is not a true retreat; it is listed among 2026-27 retreat dates). Sophomores: Journey. Juniors: Encounter. Seniors: Metanoia.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/retreats.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Lock-In Retreat October 17 (on campus)”
      The 2026-27 retreat dates list a freshman retreat on campus on October 17, plus the sophomore, junior and senior retreats.
      “The Sophomore Journey Retreat is a two-day weekend retreat held at the school.”
      Sophomores take a two-day Journey retreat held at the school.
      “The Encounter is a three-day retreat for juniors and seniors that takes place at St. Benedict’s Lodge on the McKenzie River.”
      Juniors and seniors attend a three-day Encounter retreat at St. Benedict's Lodge.
      “The Senior Metanoia is students’ last retreat opportunity during their time at Marist. It is a co-ed retreat, and is held at St. Benedict’s Lodge from Friday night to early Sunday afternoon.”
      Seniors attend a co-ed Metanoia retreat held at St. Benedict's Lodge.
      “Freshman Lock-In is an all-night community-building event that should not be missed!”
      The freshman Lock-In is an all-night community event that includes Mass.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Three staff are named on the ministry pages: Alice Meyer (Campus Minister), Rick Martin (Retreat Program Director) and Julie Ferrari (Liturgy Coordinator).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Christian Service | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/christianservice.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Alice Meyer Campus Minister”
      Alice Meyer is the campus minister for the Christian Service program.
    2. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Retreat Program Director: Rick Martin”
      Rick Martin is the retreat program director.
      “Liturgy Coordinator: Julie Ferrari”
      Julie Ferrari is the liturgy coordinator.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Two faith-based student groups are listed: Marist For Life and the Retreat Team.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This club is dedicated to promoting respect for the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death.”
      The Marist For Life club promotes respect for the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death.
      “The Marist Retreat Team consists of approximately 40 upper class students.”
      A Retreat Team of about 40 upperclassmen leads school retreats.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (The campus ministry page says the school day always begins with a shared prayer.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/campus-ministry.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “To live out this challenge, the school day always begins with a shared prayer”
      The school day always begins with a shared prayer.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (The 2026-27 course guide plans 50 hours of service over four years. The admissions FAQ says 65 hours. Both are over 40; the value is the same either way.)
    Sources (3)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “After research and reflection, students will plan their 50 hours of service to those most in need in the community.”
      The Ecclesiology course has students plan 50 hours of service to those most in need, as part of the required service program.
    2. Christian Service | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/christianservice.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Based in course curricula which are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching”
      The Christian Service program's course curricula are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching. The service requirement is a four-year program.
    3. Admissions FAQ | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/admissions-faq.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “It is important to understand that all students will take four years of Theology classes here, as well as complete 65 Christian service hours prior to graduation.”
      The admissions FAQ says students complete 65 Christian service hours prior to graduation.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (The Christian Service program says its course curricula are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Christian Service | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/christianservice.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Based in course curricula which are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching”
      The Christian Service program's course curricula are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching. The service requirement is a four-year program.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (Marist For Life, a student club that promotes respect for human life from conception to natural death.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This club is dedicated to promoting respect for the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death.”
      The Marist For Life club promotes respect for the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The Marist Volunteer Program runs food and housing drives, including work on homelessness.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The goal is to break the cycle of homelessness one family at a time.”
      The Marist Volunteer Program runs food and housing drives, including work on homelessness.
      “The purpose of this service club is to develop leadership, to take initiative in school project development, and to work to serve the community away from campus”
      The Marist Volunteer Program is a service club that serves the community away from campus.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • All-school Masses are scheduled on average once a month, and Masses are available to students in the school chapel.
    Sources (2)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “all-school Masses, celebrating holy days and special Marist occasions, are scheduled, on average, once a month and held in the gym during the school day.”
      All-school Masses are scheduled on average once a month, held in the gym during the school day.
    2. Campus Ministry | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/campus-ministry.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Masses are available to all students in the Chapel”
      Weekly Masses are available to students in the school chapel.
  • A retreat is listed for each class, from the freshman Lock-In through the senior Metanoia.
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/retreats.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshman Lock-In Retreat October 17 (on campus)”
      The 2026-27 retreat dates list a freshman retreat on campus on October 17, plus the sophomore, junior and senior retreats.
      “The Senior Metanoia is students’ last retreat opportunity during their time at Marist. It is a co-ed retreat, and is held at St. Benedict’s Lodge from Friday night to early Sunday afternoon.”
      Seniors attend a co-ed Metanoia retreat held at St. Benedict's Lodge.
  • The school requires 4.00 credits of theology, taken in every grade.
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The following lists credits required for graduation from Marist: Theology 4.00”
      Marist requires 4.00 credits of theology for graduation.
  • A four-year Christian Service program is required, with 50 hours planned in the 2026-27 course guide.
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “After research and reflection, students will plan their 50 hours of service to those most in need in the community.”
      The Ecclesiology course has students plan 50 hours of service to those most in need, as part of the required service program.
    2. Christian Service | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/christianservice.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Based in course curricula which are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching”
      The Christian Service program's course curricula are founded in Scripture and Catholic social teaching. The service requirement is a four-year program.

Concerns

  • Chapel Masses are offered on select block days and occasionally after school.
    Sources (1)
    1. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “On select block days and occasionally after school, students may attend Mass in our school chapel.”
      Students may attend Mass in the school chapel on select block days and occasionally after school.
  • The school chaplain is mentioned; not named on the public pages.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/spiritual-life.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “with the guidance and support of the school president and school chaplain”
      The faith life of the school is supported by a school chaplain. The page does not name the chaplain.

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Campus ministry home

Marist Campus Ministry Department and school chapel

  • Address: 1900 Kingsley Road, Eugene, OR 97401
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel, gym (all-school Masses)

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Source: marisths.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, marisths.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

10 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 3 off campus, 5 location not published

Retreats 4

  • EncounterOff campus
    November 21–23, February 13–15 and February 27–March 1, 2026-27
    A three-day retreat for juniors and seniors at St. Benedict's Lodge on the McKenzie River.
    marisths.org, marisths.org
  • Senior MetanoiaOff campus
    January 15–17, January 29–31 and February 19–21, 2026-27
    A co-ed retreat for seniors at St. Benedict's Lodge, from Friday night to early Sunday afternoon.
    marisths.org, marisths.org
  • Freshman Lock-InOn campus
    October 17, 2026
    An all-night community-building event for freshmen with games, food, Mass and activities.
    marisths.org, marisths.org
  • Sophomore Journey RetreatOn campus
    December 5–6 (girls) and February 6–7 (boys), 2026-27
    A two-day weekend retreat held at the school.
    marisths.org, marisths.org

Service 2

  • Marist Volunteer ProgramOff campus
    A service club that serves the community away from campus, with food and housing drives including Project Starfish.
    marisths.org, marisths.org
  • Key Club
    Meets at lunch; service mostly on weekends
    A Kiwanis-linked service organization for students of all grade levels.
    marisths.org, marisths.org

Faith formation 2

  • Retreat Team
    About 40 upperclassmen who give talks and lead activities at sophomore and junior retreats under an adult moderator.
    marisths.org
  • Christian Leadership Class
    Junior and senior years
    A two-semester theology course in peer leadership and directed service to the school community.
    marisths.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Marist For Life
    A club that promotes respect for the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death.
    marisths.org

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Proclaim Liturgical Choir
    A full-year choir that provides music for Masses and prayer services at Marist.
    marisths.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Campus Ministry | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/campus-ministry.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Weekly Masses are available to all students in the Chapel”
    Weekly Masses are available to students in the school chapel.
    “Marist works to create a culture that is imbued with Christian values and spirituality, offering students exposure to this culture through each classroom experience”
    The school says Christian culture is offered through each classroom experience.
    “1900 Kingsley Road Eugene, Oregon 97401”
    The school's address is 1900 Kingsley Road, Eugene, Oregon 97401.
  2. 2026-2027 Course Scheduling Guide | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/uploads/3/8/1/6/3816576/2026-2027_course_scheduling_guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The Theology and Catechesis curriculum follows the curriculum set out by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)”
    The theology curriculum follows the USCCB curriculum.
  3. Activities and Clubs | Marist Catholic High Schoolmarisths.org/activities--clubs.html · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “On select block days and occasionally after school, students may attend Mass in our school chapel.”
    Students may attend Mass in the school chapel on select block days and occasionally after school.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
57 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.80%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.10.9 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseArchdiocese of Portland in Oregon, OR
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)405
Students in grades 9–12405
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio10.9 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges80%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon

The Most Reverend Alexander K. Sample, Archbishop of Portland in Oregon

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Marist Catholic High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Marist Catholic High School is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon.
What is Marist Catholic High School’s Compass Score?
89 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Marist Catholic High School Compass Recommended?
Yes. Marist Catholic High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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