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Best 97219 Oregon Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 1,592 students in 97219, OR (there are 9 public schools, serving 4,454 public students). 26% of all K-12 students in 97219, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 97219, OR include St. John Fisher, St. Clare School, and Portland Jewish Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
56% of private schools in 97219, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 1,592
  • Average Tuition: $11,647
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 23%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 24 students
  • % Students of Color: 10%
  • View 97219 Oregon School Trends

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 1,592
  • Average Tuition: $11,647
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 23%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 24 students
  • % Students of Color: 10%
  • View 97219 Oregon School Trends

Top Ranked 97219 Oregon Private Schools (2026)

L'Etoile Elementary Photo
L'Etoile Elementary
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
68 SW Miles Street
Portland, OR 97219
(971) 791-2593
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Portland Jewish Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 264 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 2
Jewish
6651 Southwest Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-0126
(2)
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Riverdale High School
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 20
9727 SW Terwilliger Blvd.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 262-4844
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St. Clare School
Gr: NS-8 | 252 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
1807 SW Freeman Street
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-7600
(1)
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St. John Fisher
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
4581 SW Nevada St.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 246-3234
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West Hills Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 340 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
7945 SW Capitol Hill Rd.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 977-5513
(1)
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Map of Islamic School Of Portland
Islamic School Of Portland
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students
Islamic
10200 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-9606
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West Hills Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Daycare / Preschool
7339 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-2579
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Map of West Hills Montessori School- Vermont St. Campus
West Hills Montessori School- Vermont St. Campus
Gr: PK-6 | 133 students
Montessori School
4920 SW Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 246-5495
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97219, Oregon Private Schools (Closed)

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Child's View Montessori School
Gr: PK-2 | 43 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Montessori School
4729 SW Taylors Ferry Rd
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 293-9422
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 97219, OR?
The top ranked private schools in 97219, OR include St. John Fisher, St. Clare School, and Portland Jewish Academy.
How many private schools are located in 97219?
9 private schools are located in 97219.
How diverse are private schools in 97219?
97219 private schools are approximately 10% minority students, which is lower than the Oregon private school average of 26%.
What percentage of students in 97219 go to private school?
26% of all K-12 students in 97219 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97219?
56% of private schools in 97219 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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