The Marylhurst School Photo

Best Oregon Alternative Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 alternative private preschools serving 865 students in Oregon.
The top ranked alternative private preschool in Oregon is Chemeketa Child Development Center.
The average acceptance rate is 82%, which is lower than the Oregon private preschool average acceptance rate of 85%.
11% of alternative private preschools in Oregon are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).

Top Ranked Oregon Alternative Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
The Marylhurst School
The Marylhurst School Photo
Alternative School
(1)
15544 S Clackamas River Dr
Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 650-0978
Grades: NS-8
| 126 students
Chemeketa Child Development Center
Alternative School
14007 Lancaster Dr Ne
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 399-5107
Grades: PK-K
| 39 students
The Dome School
Alternative School
9367 Takilma Rd
Cave Junction, OR 97523
(541) 592-3911
Grades: PK-5
| 42 students
International Leadership Academy
International Leadership Academy Photo
Alternative School
14788 Boones Ferry Road
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
(503) 662-8452
Grades: PK-4
| 151 students
Kindercare Learning Centers
Kindercare Learning Centers Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom
Alternative School
1410 Chambers St
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 343-5766
Grades: PK-5
| 110 students
Kindercare Learning Centers #982
Kindercare Learning Centers #982 Photo - Farmington KinderCare Front
Alternative School
18000 SW Farmington Rd
Beaverton, OR 97007
(503) 642-4859
Grades: PK-5
| 105 students
New Vision School
Alternative School
6575 Hwy 35
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041
(971) 404-4911
Grades: PK-7
| 36 students
Westside Christian School
Alternative School (Assembly of God)
1523 Pacific Avenue
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6223
Grades: PK-12
| 71 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private preschools in Oregon?
The top ranked alternative private preschools in Oregon is Chemeketa Child Development Center.
How many alternative private preschools are located in Oregon?
8 alternative private preschools are located in Oregon.
How diverse are alternative private preschools in Oregon?
Oregon alternative private preschools are approximately 32% minority students, which is higher than the Oregon private school average of 22%.
What percentage of alternative private preschools are religiously affiliated in Oregon?
11% of alternative private preschools in Oregon are religiously affiliated (most commonly Assembly of God).

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