St. Clare School Photo - A Kindergarten student reads with her 5th grade buddy. Our buddy program allows students of all ages to learn from each other, grow together, and unleash one another''s potential. All students have a buddy. Our buddy classes are as follows: grades K/5, 1/6, 2/7, 3/8, & 4/Preschool.

Top 3 Best 97219 Oregon Private Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 private elementary schools serving 1,459 students in 97219, OR.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 97219, OR include Portland Jewish Academy, St. Clare School, and West Hills Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 89%, which is higher than the Oregon private elementary school average acceptance rate of 88%.
75% of private elementary schools in 97219, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Top Ranked 97219 Oregon Private Elementary Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
68 SW Miles Street
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 265-8022
Grades: PK-5
| 130 students
Portland Jewish Academy
Portland Jewish Academy Photo - PJA's early childhood students creating art in the outdoor classroom.
(Jewish)
6651 Southwest Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-0126
Grades: K-8
| 264 students
St. Clare School
St. Clare School Photo - A Kindergarten student reads with her 5th grade buddy. Our buddy program allows students of all ages to learn from each other, grow together, and unleash one another''s potential. All students have a buddy. Our buddy classes are as follows: grades K/5, 1/6, 2/7, 3/8, & 4/Preschool.
(Catholic)
(1)
1807 SW Freeman Street
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-7600
Grades: NS-8
| 252 students
St. John Fisher
(Catholic)
4581 SW Nevada St.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 246-3234
Grades: PK-8
| 223 students
West Hills Christian School
West Hills Christian School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(1)
7945 SW Capitol Hill Rd.
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 977-5513
Grades: K-8
| 340 students
Child's View Montessori School
Child's View Montessori School Photo - Child's View is currently enrolling students for our Summer and Fall programs. Information on our Annual Montessori Program can be found online at www.childsview.net.
Montessori School
4729 SW Taylors Ferry Rd
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 293-9422
Grades: PK-2
| 43 students
Islamic School Of Portland
(Islamic)
10200 Sw Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-9606
Grades: PK-8
| 74 students
4920 SW Vermont St
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 246-5495
Grades: NS-6
| 133 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 97219, OR?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 97219, OR include Portland Jewish Academy, St. Clare School, and West Hills Christian School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 97219?
8 private elementary schools are located in 97219.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 97219?
97219 private elementary schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Oregon private school average of 22%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 97219?
75% of private elementary schools in 97219 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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