Create is a nonsectarian alternative school located in the suburban community of Cornelius, OR, serving grades 10 through 12.
The school enrolls 12 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 2 faculty members.
With 75% of students representing students of color, Create ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for diversity.
Create operates without religious affiliation or membership in private school associations.
This small alternative high school provides education in a suburban setting near other private schools in Cornelius and Forest Grove, OR.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Create?
The application deadline for Create is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Create is Westside Christian School (3.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Swallowtail Waldorf School & Farm (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
460 S. Heather Street
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 846-0336
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 846-0336
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4221 Sw Golf Course Rd
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 359-4853
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 359-4853
2.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Visitation School
(Catholic)
4189 Nw Visitation Rd
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6990
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6990
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Early Learning Community At Pacific University
Special Program Emphasis
2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 352-1481
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 352-1481
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 85 students
Westside Christian School
Alternative School (Assembly of God)
1523 Pacific Avenue
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6223
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6223
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students
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