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97236 Oregon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 442 students in 97236, OR (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,411 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 97236, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 97236, OR is Franciscan Montessori Earth School.
25% of private schools in 97236, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 97236 Oregon Private Schools (2026-27)

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Franciscan Montessori Earth School
Gr: Inquire with school | 293 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 12
Montessori School (Catholic)
14750 Se Clinton Street
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 760-8220
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Powell KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students
Daycare / Preschool
16915 SE Naegeli Dr
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
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Serendipity Center
Gr: 2-12 | 83 students
Special Education School
14815 Se Division St.
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7139
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Serp Alternative School
Gr: 12 | 4 students
Special Education School
2601 Se 160th Ave Ste 200
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 97236, OR?
The top ranked private schools in 97236, OR is Franciscan Montessori Earth School.
How many private schools are located in 97236?
4 private schools are located in 97236.
What percentage of students in 97236 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 97236 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97236?
25% of private schools in 97236 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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