Albina Youth Opportunity School (Closed 2026)

3710 N Mississippi Ave
Portland, OR 97227

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1966

Student Body

Total Students
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Albina Youth Opportunity School in Portland, OR, serves 131 students from kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school setting.
  • Founded in 1966, the school is located in the North Portland neighborhood within a large urban community.
  • The school employs 4 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 33:1.
  • Albina Youth Opportunity School reflects modest racial diversity, with 2.36% of students identified as students of color.
  • As a Portland K–4 private school, it provides educational options within the city's alternative school programs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Albina Youth Opportunity School?
The application deadline for Albina Youth Opportunity School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Albina Youth Opportunity School located?
Albina Youth Opportunity School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other private schools located in North Portland.

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