Rosemary Anderson High School East in Portland, OR, serves 510 students in grades 6 through 12 within a nonsectarian, suburban large community setting.
Founded in 1967, the alternative school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 supported by 33 teachers.
The school's student body represents 76.55% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for diversity.
Rosemary Anderson High School East has the largest student enrollment compared to nearby private alternatives, reflecting significant community presence.
As a nonsectarian private school in Portland, it provides co–ed academic programs from middle to high school levels.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OR School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rosemary Anderson High School East ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
510 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosemary Anderson High School East's ranking?
Rosemary Anderson High School East ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Rosemary Anderson High School East?
The application deadline for Rosemary Anderson High School East is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Rosemary Anderson High School East is Greater Portland Christian Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Portland Adventist Elementary School (0.5 miles away)
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3990 Nw 1st Street
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greater Portland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
17800 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
17630 SE Main ST
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 255-5337
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 255-5337
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 55 students Avg. class size: 25 students
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Daycare / Preschool
16915 SE Naegeli Dr
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Serp Alternative School
Special Education School
2601 Se 160th Ave Ste 200
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
1.1 miles
Gr: 12 | 4 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Greater Portland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
17800 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Serp Alternative School
Special Education School
2601 Se 160th Ave Ste 200
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
1.1 miles
Gr: 12 | 4 students
Open School East
Alternative School
16570 SE Oak Street
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 516-0765
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 516-0765
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students
Counterpoint Day Treatment
All-boys | Alternative School
930 NE 162nd Ave
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 736-6634
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 736-6634
2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 19 students
12425 NE San Rafael Street
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 867-9214
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 867-9214
3.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 350 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3990 Nw 1st Street
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greater Portland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
17800 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Counterpoint Day Treatment
All-boys | Alternative School
930 NE 162nd Ave
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 736-6634
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 736-6634
2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 19 students
St. Therese School
(Catholic)
1260 Ne 132nd Ave
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 253-9400
Portland, OR 97230
(503) 253-9400
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students
11845 SE Market Street
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 867-9214
Portland, OR 97216
(503) 867-9214
3.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 418 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3990 Nw 1st Street
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 665-4102
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greater Portland Christian Academy
(Baptist)
17800 Se Main St
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 761-1136
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
17630 SE Main ST
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 255-5337
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 255-5337
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 55 students Avg. class size: 25 students
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Daycare / Preschool
16915 SE Naegeli Dr
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Morningstar Montessori House Of Children
Montessori School
1015- S.e. 181st Av.
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 661-1457
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 661-1457
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Centennial Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
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3/
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17650 Se Brooklyn St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3206
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18009 Se Brooklyn St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3208
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3208
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Centennial High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3505 Se 182nd Ave
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 762-6180
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 762-6180
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,731 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Powell Butte Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3615 Se 174th St
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3204
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 762-3204
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Patrick Lynch Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1546 Se 169th Pl
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
Portland, OR 97233
(503) 762-3203
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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