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Best Northwest Portland Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 1,210 students in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland, OR.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Northwest Portland include French International School of Oregon, Childpeace Montessori School, and Cathedral School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Oregon private elementary school average acceptance rate of 84%.
25% of private elementary schools in Northwest Portland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked Northwest Portland Private Elementary Schools (2026)

Childpeace Montessori School Photo
Childpeace Montessori School
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Montessori School
1516 NW Thurman Street
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 222-1197
(8)
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Map of Cathedral School
Cathedral School
Gr: PK-8 | 230 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
110 NW 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 275-9370
(3)
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French International School of Oregon Photo
French International School of Oregon
Gr: NS-8 | 570 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 17
Specialized Curriculum
8500 NW Johnson Street
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 292-7776
(9)
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CLASS Academy
Gr: PK-5 | 160 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 7
2730 NW Vaughn Street
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 223-9099
(5)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland, OR?
The top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland, OR include French International School of Oregon, Childpeace Montessori School, and Cathedral School.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland?
4 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland?
25% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Portland, Portland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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