2022 Best Private Schools in the Portland Area

Catlin Gabel School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.42 out of 5  96 reviews

Parent: My two sons attend Catlin Gabel, 4th and 9th grades. It's a joy to watch them turning into wonderful human beings. The teachers at Catlin are exceptional - they simultaneously challenge and nurture their students. My boys have made lifelong friends who are good citizens and will, I'm confident, forever look out for one another other. It's a very strong community, very open and inclusive. I also appreciate that the school really owns the inclusion areas it needs to work on. A special place!...Read 96 Reviews

• grade A+

• 779 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oregon Episcopal School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.18 out of 5  89 reviews

Junior: As an upper school student, I love the community and the overall school. Every single teacher is always willing to coach, guide, advise, support, and speak with their students. One of the few things I would like to see change at the school is connectivity between the upper school and middle school. As an attendee of both the upper school and middle school, I felt that the schooling process was very different. This, of course, is to be expected to a degree. However, being that the upper school is so physically close, I wish that there was more interconnectivity between the two schooling facilities. Additionally, I wish that the middle school was better at holding students accountable for their actions in and out of the classroom. In permitting subpar behavior, the school can become subject to being a bystander to traumatizing and unsafe experiences for its students. Yet, still a great school that provides its students with incredible opportunities and resources for their futures...Read 89 Reviews

• grade A+

• 870 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jesuit High School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.22 out of 5  254 reviews

Senior: Don’t let the four stars dissuade you from applying or attending! Jesuit High School’s motto is “Men and Women for Others;” in other words, community comes first. After four years, I’m not sure I could’ve have picked a better high school to go to; you will meet people who are passionate, driven, and caring. Though competitive and rigorous, Jesuit offers learning opportunities every minute you are there. Their response to the coronavirus pandemic has been quick and professional, and the teachers, which are one of the highlights of the school have been flexible and positive. A mostly traditional school, Jesuit does not offer many opportunities for hands-on learning, with the exception of a few classes including visual arts, journalism, and environmental science, to name a few. Yet even with a more structured curriculum, Jesuit excels in making students feel welcome and worthwhile...Read 254 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,284 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Northwest Academy

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 6-12
• Rating 4.76 out of 5  21 reviews

Works Here: As an administrative staff member at Northwest Academy, I can honestly say that is has been one of my favorite places to work in my arts administration career! I love working directly with our students and creative staff/faculty and staff are treated with respect and given ample opportunity to grow and learn. Parents have been wonderful and building relationships with them over the years has been a highlight!...Read 21 Reviews

• grade A+

• 250 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Mary's Academy

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.35 out of 5  321 reviews

Sophomore: I love this school! All my teachers have been great, everyone is really nice for the most part and I really enjoy the all-girls environment. I feel like I am challenged but the classes aren’t super hard and all my classmates care about school and engage in class. I can definitely see how it is not for some people but the atmosphere works perfectly for me. I am non-religious and though it is a catholic school, I’ve never felt like they were pushing it on me. Our theology classes cover a lot of topics besides Jesus and Christianity and the teachers are more focused on your interpretation instead of the religion itself. The only thing I would have to complain about is the dress code and the competitiveness. Though the teachers and staff try to not put an emphasis on grades/college, the average St Mary’s student will most likely be putting a lot of pressure on themselves and overloading with classes and extra curriculurs...Read 321 Reviews

• grade A+

• 685 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Valley Catholic School

• Private School
• BEAVERTON, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  74 reviews

Senior: I first started at Valley Catholic as a freshman and overall, I think that it is a great school. Because it is a college prep school, the education is outstanding and has really prepared me for college next year. The class sizes are fairly small, so that means that there is a lot more opportunities for one-on-one interactions with the teachers if you have any questions or concerns. The community is what really makes Valley Catholic special, however. As well as a high school, Valley Catholic also has a middle school, elementary school, and an early learning school, so a lot of the kids who grew up going to Valley Catholic also graduate from high school here. This gives older students opportunitues to help the younger students if they need it because we are all on the same campus. Because we are a Catholic school, the nuns come over from the church fairly often to help us not only grow intellectually, but spiritually as well. Valley Catholic is a great school and I highly reccomend it...Read 74 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,055 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Central Catholic High School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.13 out of 5  234 reviews

Senior: I am a senior at Central Catholic High School and when I say I made the right choice to attend cchs, I MADE THE RIGHT CHOICE. CCHS is such a welcoming community and invites everyone with open arms. I do not regret my decision to attend Central Catholic. At Central, I learned so much about myself and about my culture and about other people's cultures. Central has such a great community that everyone is part of the Ramily, as we are the Central Catholic Rams! The teachers and staff at Central are very helpful and amazing! As a person of color, the teachers make sure to support events we have as diversity groups and they remind other students to join the events. I really do love the school and the people there...Read 234 Reviews

• grade A

• 816 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Stephen's Academy

• Private School
• BEAVERTON, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.83 out of 5  35 reviews

Parent: SSA is a great school. We have seen the seeds of biblical truth which SSA has sown into our daughter’s lives. The school education and curriculum is great, and the students learn all about godly characters like respect, honor and integrity. One area which is not as efficient in the school is extracurriculars. You won’t find as many as public school, but nevertheless, SSA is a great school with wonderful teachers, curriculum and lots of parent involvement. We are proud to be an SSA family!...Read 35 Reviews

• grade A

• 282 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic High School

• Private School
• VANCOUVER, WA
• 9-12
• Rating 4.27 out of 5  22 reviews

Senior: Seton is an amazing community. The rigor of academics is well balanced by the foundation of a family-like support system. When you come to Seton, you and your family are immediately welcomed with open arms. The well-versed staff and experienced administration make sure that they themselves live by the pillars as they strive to instill higher learning, deeper faith, and stronger character into each and everyone of their students. I can confidently say that when I graduate from Seton and head off to college this year, I am very prepared for college...Read 22 Reviews

• grade A

• 188 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Valor Christian School International

• Private School
• BEAVERTON, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Senior: Valor Christian School International is second to none! The fact that our tuition not only pays for my outstanding education, but it also goes to support a child in a developing nation get a free education, clothes, and food makes me realized how one person can truly make a difference. Once I got into High School, I had the amazing opportunity to go and visit these kids in their country during our missions week. I got to see first hand how my family and I are helping spread hope to others. Valor's teachers and staff are always so uplifting and eager to help. They make each and every student feel valued and heard. Having come from public school, I was not anticipating the small class sizes or the one-on-one time each teachers is willing and ready to spend with me. If you don't understand, just ask, they'll help! After so many years here, I'm so grateful to this school for making me feel loved and accepted, and empowering me to do great things with my future...Read 4 Reviews

• grade A

• 215 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westside Christian High School

• Private School
• TIGARD, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.18 out of 5  51 reviews

Parent: After an extensive high school search, Westside Christian was a clear choice. This school has been a profound blessing to our family! Our daughter is a Westside graduate and our son is currently a junior there. We have watched both our children thrive in this loving environment filled with gifted teachers and administrators who have found their calling. Westside is certainly strong academically and our daughter found herself extremely well-prepared for college, having taken advantage of Westside’s numerous concurrent credit classes. Yet, Westside offers so much more. The student body is kind, the art and music programs are strong and the athletic program is filled with opportunities. But perhaps our favorite thing about Westside is their commitment to putting their mission statement into action. If your child attends this school they will definitely be prayed for, guided with love and grace and ultimately shown the love of Christ...Read 51 Reviews

• grade A

• 185 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portland Christian Jr/Sr High School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 6-12
• Rating 4.06 out of 5  51 reviews

Alum: With every school experience, there are highs and lows. Overall the teachers were extremely nice and super helpful. I learned valuable lessons and most of my classes, with an exceptions of a few classes. I think it would be helpful if the school did a better job of screening teachers' teaching abilities/styles before hiring them. Also, I found the way the school approached college prep was very unhelpful. I found myself having to try and navigate through the ins and outs of college applications and financial stresses mostly on my own. I would have loved more help when it came to things like the SATs, applications, scholarships, and internship opportunities especially since I had very little parent involvement at home. I also wish the school had a larger variety of extra-curriculars. I realize that private schools are working on a tight budget, but even small improvements in these areas would be amazing. Despite these critiques, I really enjoyed my time there and wouldn't take it back...Read 51 Reviews

• grade A

• 260 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

La Salle Catholic College Preparatory

• Private School
• MILWAUKIE, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 3.84 out of 5  206 reviews

Senior: La Salle has some really great teachers that really care about the students! My biggest complaints are the lack of communication also with the religious aspect. They told me that while the school is religious they do not push religion but it definitely feels pushed. Sometimes teachers but mostly admins are pretty unclear. Overall the school has a really positive influence, and I highly recommend...Read 206 Reviews

• grade A

• 700 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cedar Tree Classical Christian School

• Private School
• RIDGEFIELD, WA
• K-12
• Rating 4.08 out of 5  13 reviews

Senior: Cedar Tree is a place where you come to learn and grow, both academically and spiritually. I have grown in my relationships with my peers and in my relationship with God. The teachers at our school care about us, who we are presently and the person we are becoming, how we glorify God and enjoy Him. Cedar Tree is also academically challenging. I am challenged every day in my classes as I pursue truth, goodness and beauty. We are taught how to think about things, how to use logic and reasoning. Our class periods in Humanities are spent dialoguing with one another and with our teacher about the text we have been reading. We read the Great Books and we discuss them, what they mean in history but also how they affect us in the present and what we can learn from them. We learn to disagree respectfully and we learn to support and encourage one another. I'm not sure there is anything I truly dislike about Cedar Tree. It's a wonderful place to be during these formative years...Read 13 Reviews

• grade A

• 179 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Veritas School

• Private School
• NEWBERG, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.31 out of 5  16 reviews

Parent: We have been at Veritas for about 5 years, and I am deeply impressed with the culture and curriculum. While no school is perfect, I see such a deep committment to the good, true, and beautiful, and it is woven throughout all of school life. My children have grown so much, so much indeed, that they are becoming students who know how to learn. People say that kids who attend Veritas are "just different." It's true, good, and beautiful. Join us!...Read 16 Reviews

• grade A

• 230 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Faith Bible High School

• Private School
• HILLSBORO, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.42 out of 5  50 reviews

Alum: Faith Bible continues to be a competitive Christian high school with a close-knit family atmosphere. The teachers that have been hired in the past few years are phenomenal. As you'll see in other reviews, they all genuinely care about their students. The teacher:student ratio really helps keep kids feeling valued and involved in activities. Languages include ASL and Spanish. The choir has done consistently well in competitions. Parents always have a blast volunteering at sports and school events...Read 50 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 161 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portland Waldorf School

• Private School
• MILWAUKIE, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.45 out of 5  11 reviews

• grade A minus

• 277 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mannahouse Christian Academy

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.81 out of 5  36 reviews

Niche User: You will not find a staff more passionate and devoted to seeing their students succeed inside and outside of the school! They go above and beyond to ensure students aren't just taught academically- but cared for pastorally...Read 36 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 510 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Horizon Christian High School

• Private School
• TUALATIN, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 4.21 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: Horizon Christian High School is an amazing school that focuses on preparing the students for college by offering many dual credit classes which can allow you to start college as a sophomore if you take most of the college classes they offer! They also help prepare students for the real world experiences by acknowledging who they are and that they're worth something at the school. Overall, the teachers are there to fully help and you have a close relationship with them. The community of Horizon is very welcoming and choosing Horizon is a great decision for education...Read 19 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 153 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portland Adventist Academy

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 3.99 out of 5  68 reviews

Senior: The teachers are amazing! Very helpful and sweet. The school is centered on being Christ like, and they always push you to do your best. My only complaint is the building... it is very old and run down, however I think they are working on remodel plans...Read 68 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 285 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Columbia Christian School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.71 out of 5  34 reviews

Parent: My son is going into his 5th year at Columbia and we love this school. What stands out most to me is the feeling of community that is apparent at Columbia. The loving teachers, the involved parents, the small classes, the fact that faith is infused in all aspects of learning. I am grateful we found Columbia and look forward to my son being able to stay here, at the same school, from preschool through the end of High School...Read 34 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 260 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Faith Bible Christian School

• Private School
• ALOHA, OR
• PK, K-12
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Senior: Faith Bible provides an atmosphere that encourages academic, personal, and spiritual growth. The school pushes students to reach their full potential by setting high bars but also providing them with the resources they require to meet them...Read 1 Review

• grade B+

• 299 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Columbia Adventist Academy

• Private School
• BATTLE GROUND, WA
• 9-12
• Rating 4.46 out of 5  13 reviews

Senior: Columbia Adventist Academy is a small and close community with open arms for new members. The atmosphere is always positive and generous. The students and staff reflect the communitites core values and work to push each other to grow mentally and spiritually...Read 13 Reviews

• grade B+

• 134 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

De La Salle North Catholic High School

• Private School
• PORTLAND, OR
• 9-12
• Rating 3.63 out of 5  120 reviews

Senior: Honestly, this school saved my life. My middle school treated me terribly, I was way academically behind and needed an extra push always and I was never given it. De La Salle worked with me and now I'm doing great. I feel better as a person, as a student. They also have a work program where I now have 4 years of real work experience, not just retail jobs but office experience too. As a senior there now, the experience has been great, even though the uniform is annoying. It's amazing!...Read 120 Reviews

• grade B+

• 270 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

C.S. Lewis Academy

• Private School
• NEWBERG, OR
• K-12
• Rating 4.18 out of 5  39 reviews

Parent: Our boys love CSLA! The classes are challenging and teachers strive to prepare students for the next grade or step in life. The school community feels like family, parents encourage each others children. Current students do a wonderful job of including new students and making them feel welcome and helping them to adjust. We feel blessed to be a part of C.S. Lewis Academy!...Read 39 Reviews

• grade B+

• 130 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio