Best Oregon Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 473 private schools serving 58,126 students in Oregon (there are 1,288 public schools, serving 541,624 students). 10% of all K-12 students in Oregon are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,836 for elementary schools and $12,459 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Oregon include Catlin Gabel School, The Delphian School and Oregon Episcopal School.
The average acceptance rate is 89% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
51% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Oregon Private Schools by County (2024)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
8
1,376
13%
42
3,617
8%
14
1,415
6%
40
5,031
9%
105
15,433
16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Oregon?
The best top ranked private schools in Oregon include Catlin Gabel School, The Delphian School and Oregon Episcopal School.
How many private schools are located in Oregon?
473 private schools are located in Oregon.
How much do private schools cost in Oregon?
The average private school tuition in Oregon is $9,836 for elementary schools and $12,459 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Oregon?
Oregon private schools are approximately 26% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Oregon go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Oregon are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Oregon?
51% of private schools in Oregon are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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