For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 347 students in 97203, OR (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,535 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 97203, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 97203, OR is Shining Star Waldorf School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
25% of private schools in 97203, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 97203 Oregon Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4227 N Lombard Street
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 753-4459
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 753-4459
Gr: PK-7 | 103 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5202 N Bowdoin St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 329-4868
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 329-4868
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Montesorri House Of St. Johns
Daycare / Preschool
7528 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 719-5818
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 719-5818
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Pathfinder Academy
Alternative School
7528 N Chaleston
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-3299
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-3299
Gr: 11-12 | 16 students
97203, Oregon Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Open Meadow HIgh School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
7654 N Crawford Street
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 285-0508
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 285-0508
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 97203, OR?
The top ranked private schools in 97203, OR is Shining Star Waldorf School.
How many private schools are located in 97203?
4 private schools are located in 97203.
What percentage of students in 97203 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 97203 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97203?
25% of private schools in 97203 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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