Maayan Torah Day School in Portland, OR, serves 84 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a large suburban community.
Founded in 2024, this co–ed school offers a Jewish–oriented elementary and middle school program with a special emphasis.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with eight teachers on staff.
Maayan Torah Day School is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools and Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools.
Located in Southwest Portland, the school provides education in a suburban setting with a focus on grades PK–8.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2024
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Jewish Education for Life
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Maayan Torah Day School often compared to?
Maayan Torah Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Maimonides Jewish Day School, Portland Jewish Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Maayan Torah Day School?
The application deadline for Maayan Torah Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Maayan Torah Day School located?
Maayan Torah Day School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 24 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Maayan Torah Day School is Riverdale High School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Portland Jewish Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Hilltop Early Learning Academy (0.2 miles away)
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5700 Sw Dosch Rd
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(503) 245-3183
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 245-3183
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(503) 244-0126
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(503) 244-0126
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(503) 244-0126
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(503) 245-3183
Portland, OR 97239
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(503) 244-2579
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(503) 246-3234
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