97216 Oregon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 1,039 students in 97216, OR (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,683 public students). 29% of all K-12 students in 97216, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 97216, OR include Portland Christian Elementary School, Columbia Christian Schools, and Portland Adventist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is same as the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
100% of private schools in 97216, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,039
  • Average Tuition: $8,300
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 51%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 49%
  • View 97216 Oregon School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,039
  • Average Tuition: $8,300
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 51%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 18 students
  • % Students of Color: 49%
  • View 97216 Oregon School Trends

Top Ranked 97216 Oregon Private Schools (2026-27)

Columbia Christian Schools Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 4
Church of Christ
9101 E Burnside St.
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 252-8577
(8)
Portland Adventist Academy Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 14
Seventh Day Adventist
1500 SE 96th Avenue
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 255-8372
(9)
Portland Christian Elementary School Photo
Gr: NS-5 | 382 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
11845 SE Market Street
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 867-9214
(4)
Map of Grace Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 96 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 1
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
2252 SE 92nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 777-8628
Map of Happy Day Christian Child Care
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1830 SE 96th Avenue
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 252-2911

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 97216, OR?
The top ranked private schools in 97216, OR include Portland Christian Elementary School, Columbia Christian Schools, and Portland Adventist Academy.
How many private schools are located in 97216?
5 private schools are located in 97216.
How diverse are private schools in 97216?
97216 private schools are approximately 49% minority students, which is higher than the Oregon private school average of 26%.
What percentage of students in 97216 go to private school?
29% of all K-12 students in 97216 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97216?
100% of private schools in 97216 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).

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