For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 578 students in 97217, OR (there are 6 public schools, serving 1,946 public students). 23% of all K-12 students in 97217, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 97217, OR include Holy Redeemer Catholic School and Oregon Outreach.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
Top-Ranked 97217 Oregon Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Redeemer Catholic School
(Catholic)
127 N Rosa Parks Way
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-5197
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-5197
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students
Oregon Outreach
Alternative School
2215 N Lombard Street
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 281-9597
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 281-9597
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rosemary Anderson High School/portland Oic
Alternative School
717 N Killingsworth Ct
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 797-7201
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 797-7201
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
Trinity Academy
(Christian)
7424 N Mississippi Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 567-9559
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 567-9559
Gr: 6-12 | 104 students
97217, Oregon Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Open School North (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
7602 N Emerald Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 488-5191
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 488-5191
Gr: 6-8 | 40 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 97217, OR?
The top-ranked private schools in 97217, OR include Holy Redeemer Catholic School and Oregon Outreach.
How many private schools are located in 97217?
4 private schools are located in 97217.
What percentage of students in 97217 go to private school?
23% of all K-12 students in 97217 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
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