Portland Christian School

8509 Westport Road Louisville, KY 40242
portlandchristian.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked KY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 616 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,080
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked KY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 616 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,080
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Portland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Austism/Academic learning differences
Year Founded
1924
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 20, 2027

Student Body

Total Students
616 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 13%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
CalculusChemistry
Human GeographyPhysics
PrecalculusPsychology
US HistoryWorld History
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code is on the school website.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Kindergarten 9900 1-5 9900 6-8 10600 9-12 11200
% on Financial Aid
30%
College Acceptance Rate
95%
Admissions Director
Dana Ferry
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Bible BowlBible Journaling Club
Chapel CrewChess Club
Coding ClubFellowship of Christian Athletes
Lego ClubNational Honor Society
Robotics ClubSpanish Club
Tippi Toes Dance

School Notes

  • Portland Christian School believes parents are the primary educators of their children.
  • We partner with families to provide an excellent Christian education in a safe and nurturing environment where individual needs are met and every child's special abilities are celebrated.
  • Our students are challenged and inspired to grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.
  • We produce graduates who love God, love people, and serve their community.
  • School Motto: Love God, Love Others, Live Differently
  • School Mascot: Eagles
At Portland Christian School, our Christ-centered education integrates faith with learning, ensuring that every aspect of our curriculum reflects Christian values. We believe that true education goes beyond academics, encompassing spiritual growth and moral development. By fostering a strong foundation in faith, we guide students to develop a deep understanding of God's word and how it applies to their lives.

Matthew 22:37 says, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." Loving God is central to Portland Christian's mission. We strive to train students to love God and view life through a Biblical worldview. We strive to provide an excellent academic program saturated with love for God and all people. We seek to provide practical, real-world opportunities for students to love and serve others.We promote an atmosphere that encourages a daily, personal, passionate relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. We aspire to graduate students that model transformed lives and exhibit godly character and Christ-like attitudes and actions. Proverbs 1:7 says, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction."We recognize that all truth is God's truth. Our school is set apart for God because we present and nurture a distinctively biblical worldview within our curriculum and management systems. In addition to excellent academic preparation, Portland Christian prepares students for "works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up." Ephesians 4:12

Distinctions:
  • Accredited by Association of Christian Schools Association
  • Accredited by Cognia
  • Certified by the Kentucky Department of Education
  • Weekly Chapel Programs
  • About 40% of Teachers Staff are Alumni
  • Full-day Kindergarten Program
  • Daily Bible Instruction
  • Child Development Program ages 2 to 5
  • Full Cafeteria Service
  • Drama Productions
  • Small Class Size
  • Self-Contained Elementary Classrooms
  • KEES Money Available to Graduates
  • Annual Standardized Testing
  • Curriculum-related Field Trips
  • Senior Class Retreat and Senior Trip
  • Student Leadership Programs
  • Technology Emphasized at All Grade Levels
  • Students Attend Cultural Events
  • Excellent College Prep Program
  • Well-Rounded Athletic Program for 3rd-12th Grade KHSAA Sanctioned Sports
  • Student Publications
  • Student Domestic and International Mission Trips and Service Projects
  • Active Alumni Association
  • Before & After School Supervision Available
  • Located in the East End between the Watterson Expressway and Snyder Freeway
  • Over 96% of Recent Graduates are College Bound
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Portland Christian School cost?
Portland Christian School's tuition is approximately $10,080 for private students.
What sports does Portland Christian School offer?
Portland Christian School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Portland Christian School's ranking?
Portland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Portland Christian School?
The application deadline for Portland Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
I loved this school. It took me in under its wing and I felt like I would never leave. I wish I could go back.Sincerely,Colby Geyer
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5  
We home-schooled our children for several years and decided they needed something different. So we sent our son to this school as a 7th grader. This has been a wonderful school and experience for him. We are planning to send his younger sister next year also. They show kindness and love. I can't speak to every teacher being the best or anything, but the facility is nice and our son enjoys it. God is a focus and the principal is great. The teachers and staff I have met make me feel welcome. I wish my finances were such that I could work there because it is a great environment. Portland is much more reasonably priced then some other christian schools and I feel my son is getting everything he needs from a school.
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