For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 442 students in 97236, OR (there are , serving 3,365 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 97236, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 97236, OR is Franciscan Montessori Earth School.
25% of private schools in 97236, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 97236 Oregon ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14750 Se Clinton Street
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 760-8220
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 760-8220
Gr: Inquire with school | 293 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
16915 SE Naegeli Dr
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 661-5145
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Serendipity Center
Special Education School
14815 Se Division St.
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7139
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7139
Gr: 2-12 | 83 students
Serp Alternative School
Special Education School
2601 Se 160th Ave Ste 200
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
Portland, OR 97236
(503) 761-7253
Gr: 12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 97236, OR?
The top ranked private schools in 97236, OR is Franciscan Montessori Earth School.
How many private schools are located in 97236?
4 private schools are located in 97236.
What percentage of students in 97236 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 97236 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97236?
25% of private schools in 97236 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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