Gaarde Christian School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

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Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,600
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Gaarde Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Gaarde Christian School
Pre-K	30
Kind	48
1	36
2	20
3	22
4	18
5	12
6	12
7	7
8	5

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Year Founded

1967

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Elementary/Middle School wear uniforms

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,600

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $3200 to $6425 depending upon grade level

Summer Program Cost

$220

Summer Program Cost Notes

We offer a 9 weeks Summer Camp program. You can enroll on a weekly basis. $220 per week.

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Connie Frisinger

Admissions Associate

Tiffany Messner

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Cooking Clubs

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Soccer Shots

School Notes

Gaarde Christian School was founded in 1967, and has been educating children in Southwest Portland for 50 years and counting.
We are registered with the State of Oregon Department of Education and are an active member of the Association of Christian Schools International. We are accredited through Advance Eduction, Inc.
It is our mission to create a loving, Christian environment in which children are educated at a standard of excellence above reproach, from our Preschool Program all the way up through Middle School.
Our Elementary and Middle School curriculum are Christ-centered and progressively developed to meet individual needs.
We believe children learn best through active involvement in a loving environment, and intentionally strive to build such an environment in our classrooms and in our school.
Our curriculum prepares the students for middle school and senior high. We have great teacher to student ratios in all classrooms and our teachers work closely with students and their parents.

Gaarde Christian School is a private based school located in Tigard, Oregon. We have been educating students for the past 53 years with academic excellence. We are affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International.

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How much does Gaarde Christian School cost?

Gaarde Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students and $220 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Gaarde Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Gaarde Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Does Gaarde Christian School offer a summer program?

Yes, Gaarde Christian School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What is Gaarde Christian School's ranking?

Gaarde Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Gaarde Christian School?

The application deadline for Gaarde Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $14,037 for elementary schools and $17,569 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).