Portland Schools

Portland’s Public and Private Schools

With almost 75 neighborhood elementary and middle schools that flow into 10 local high schools, Portland boasts the state’s largest public school system. In addition,Portland Public Schools offers a wide range of charter and magnet schools, specializing in numerous programs, including language immersion, fine arts, International Baccalaureate programs, and technical and health specialties.

Portland also offers a large number of private schools that emphasize everything from foreign languages to fine arts to religion. And for parents who choose to teach their own children, Oregon offers one of the most supportive environments in the country for home schooling families.

Explore these links for more information

Public School Choices
Portland Public Schools Enrollment and Transfer Center

Great Schools
Independent non-profit school ratings site

Oregon Department of Education’s School Report Cards

Printable School District Map (PDF)