Portland Independent Schools

Arbor School of Arts and Sciences

Located on 21 acres of wooded farmland in Tualatin, Oregon, Arbor School of Arts & Sciences is a small learning community founded on the premise that education is decisive and enduring to the degree that it supports the development of intellect, character, and creativity.

4201 SW Borland Rd, Tualatin, OR 97062

Catlin Gabel School

Catlin Gabel is a nationally recognized progressive private day school, offering an exceptional education for preschool through 12th grade. We nurture each student's curiosity and individuality in an inclusive community that values creativity, character, and a lifelong love of learning. Students are empowered to think critically, explore boldly, and contribute meaningfully to the world.

8825 SW Barnes Road Portland, Oregon 97225, USA

Cedarwood Waldorf School

3030 SW 2nd Avenue Portland, OR 97201

Chesterton Academy of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati

Chesterton Academy of Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati, founded in fall 2022, is a classical high school in the Catholic tradition in Portland, Ore. serving the Portland/Southwest Washington Area. Our mission is to help parents raise up a new generation of joyful leaders and saints, educated in the classical tradition and the truths of the Catholic faith. Our rigorous, integrated curriculum unlocks students’ potential and prepares students to succeed in college and professional life.

2310 SE 148th Ave, Portland, OR 97233

Childpeace Montessori School

1516 NW Thurman Street Portland OR 97209

CLASS Academy

2730 NW Vaughn St, Portland, OR 97210

Delphian School

20950 Southwest Rock Creek Roard Sheridan, Oregon 97378

Edison High School

9020 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Portland, OR 97225

Franciscan Montessori Earth School

14750 SE Clinton Street Portland, OR 97236

French International School of Oregon

8500 NW Johnson Street Portland, OR 97229

Gardner School of Arts & Sciences

Founded in 1995, Gardner School of Arts & Sciences is Clark County’s first independent, progressive, student-centered learning environment, serving students from preschool through 6th grade.

16413 NE 50TH Ave Vancouver WA 98686

German International School

3900 SW Murray Blvd Beaverton, OR 97005

Holy Redeemer Catholic School

At Holy Redeemer Catholic School, you’ll find a warm, faith-filled community where each child is known, loved, and challenged to grow. Since 1908, we’ve dedicated ourselves to the mission of nurturing the whole person — academically, spiritually, and socially.Inspired by the tradition of Holy Cross and the vision of Blessed Basil Moreau, we cultivate a diverse learning environment where students are celebrated for their unique gifts, deepen their faith, and embrace a life of service to others.

127 N Rosa Parks Way, Portland, OR 97217

International School of Portland

For 35 years, the International School of Portland has offered full language and cultural immersion in a warm, loving environment that encourages curiosity and kindness. We are one of only two schools in the United States to provide three full immersion programs – Mandarin, Spanish, and Japanese - under one roof. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School.

2305 S Water Ave Portland OR 97201

L'Etoile French Immersion School

5839 SW Hood Avenue Portland, OR 97239

Montessori School of Beaverton (MSB)

Since 1977, MSB has been delivering an authentic Montessori education in the Portland Metro area. Located on six woodland acres that host hiking trails and abundant wildlife, MSB serves children ages 3 to 12 and their families. We are a remarkably dedicated, rigorously-trained group of educators who form the basis of a joyful, well-connected community working in partnership to raise environmentally responsible citizens of the world.

11065 NW Crystal Creek Ln Portland OR 97229

Northwest Academy

Located in the heart of downtown Portland, Northwest Academy serves grades 6 - 12, combining academic rigor with a full foundation in all arts. Our students excel in both sciences and the liberal arts, in a warm, inclusive community, and graduate fully prepared for colleges all over the country and the world.

1130 SW Main Street, Portland, OR 97205

Oregon Episcopal School

Oregon Episcopal School is a vibrant, inquiry-driven learning community where academic excellence is matched by a deep commitment to cultivating ethical leadership and exceptional character. Rooted in our Episcopal tradition and inspired by the natural beauty of a stunning campus, OES warmly welcomes students and their families into a diverse, inclusive environment where every individual is seen, known, and valued. Here, students are empowered to realize their power for good as engaged citizens, thriving together as part of our beloved community.

6300 SW Nicol Rd, Portland, OR 97223

Pacific Crest Community School

116 NE 29th Avenue Portland, Oregon 97232

Park Academy

Park Academy is an independent school for students challenged with dyslexia and other language learning differences. Our extraordinarily committed staff offers educational support to students whose needs have not been met in a traditional school setting.Students come from all over the Portland metropolitan area and represent a variety of skills and learning profiles. The reading curriculum is developed around research-based, multisensory methodologies. These instructional approaches address students’ learning differences through auditory, visual, and kinesthetic modalities.

1915 S Shore Blvd Lake Oswego OR 97034

Portland Forest School Pacific Northwest

Academics come alive through daily outdoor immersion for Portland Forest School students. With small class sizes and a curriculum focused on curiosity, creativity, and resilience, our students thrive in an environment that nurtures their brain development, emotional well-being, and physical growth. Our nature-first approach to learning fosters a love of discovery while supporting mental and physical health.

2800 SE Harrison St Portland, OR 97214

Portland Waldorf School

2300 SE Harrison Street Milwaukie, OR 97222

Shining Star Waldorf School

Shining Star Waldorf School offers a financially affordable, nurturing K–8 environment that supports the development of purposeful, free-thinking individuals through a whole-child approach. We strive to educate heart and hands, in addition to the head, in a developmentally sensitive manner.Rooted in the principles of Waldorf education, our rich, screen free, arts-integrated curriculum is nature-connected, and designed to foster academic curiosity, emotional resilience, and practical skills. With small class sizes, strong family involvement, and an emphasis on meaningful relationships we consciously prepare children to meet today’s world with creativity, confidence, and compassion.

4227 North Lombard Street Portland, OR 97203

St. Mary's Academy

1615 SW 5th Avenue Portland, OR 97201

Swallowtail Waldorf School & Farm

Holistic Waldorf education for tomorrow's innovators and compassionate stewards.Nurturing the heart and mind in equal measure.

460 S Heather Street, Cornelius, OR 97113

The Marylhurst School

15544 S Clackamas River Drive, Oregon City, OR 97045

Tucker Maxon School

Located in the heart of SE Portland Tucker Maxon School teaches children to listen, talk, learn, and achieve excellence together. Our goal at Tucker Maxon is to help every child reach their full potential in school and in life. The highest values as a school are creating a place for Conversation, Confidence, Creativity, and Community.

2860 SE Holgate Blvd Portland, OR 97202

West Hills Montessori School

For more than 50 years, West Hills Montessori School has provided integrative learning experiences that foster empathy, creativity, academic skill-building, and joy in learning. Our programs, for ages 15 months - 12 years, guide children to follow their paths of interest, cultivate independence and self-confidence, support community engagement and service, and empower every learner to express their full potential.

4515 Parkview Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Willamette Valley Academy

Willamette Valley Academy is a school for those who are engaged in significant pursuits beyond the traditional school classroom. Our mission is to support motivated and talented students to have the opportunity to be challenged to excel and achieve.Our definition of student success combines academic achievement, character and high quality work. We believe that academic success is built on strong character qualities of collaboration, perseverance, responsibility and compassion, and that character is shaped through engaging and challenging academic work.

16100 NW Cornell Rd Beaverton OR 97006