For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 260 students in 97212, OR (there are , serving 4,833 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in 97212, OR are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 97212, OR is The Madeleine Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Oregon private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 97212, OR are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 97212 Oregon 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Madeleine Elementary School
(Catholic)
3240 Ne 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 288-9197
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 288-9197
Gr: K-8 | 260 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 97212, OR?
The top-ranked private schools in 97212, OR is The Madeleine Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 97212?
1 private schools are located in 97212.
What percentage of students in 97212 go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in 97212 are educated in private schools (compared to the OR state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 97212?
100% of private schools in 97212 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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