For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 365 students in 97116, OR (there are , serving 4,931 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 97116, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 97116, OR is Visitation School.
67% of private schools in 97116, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
Top-Ranked 97116 Oregon 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Visitation School
(Catholic)
4189 Nw Visitation Rd
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6990
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6990
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Early Learning Community At Pacific University
Special Program Emphasis
2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 352-1481
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 352-1481
Gr: PK-4 | 85 students
Westside Christian School
Alternative School (Assembly of God)
1523 Pacific Avenue
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6223
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6223
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 97116, OR?
The top-ranked private schools in 97116, OR is Visitation School.
How many private schools are located in 97116?
3 private schools are located in 97116.
What percentage of students in 97116 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 97116 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97116?
67% of private schools in 97116 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
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