Very Good
#42 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 22% of private schools
Columbia Christian Schools
School
9101 E BURNSIDE ST, Portland, OR 97216
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#42 of 186
In Portland
#18 of 55
public schools
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Columbia Christian Schools
School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia Christian Schools
Columbia Christian Schools is a private school in Portland, OR. Columbia Christian Schools serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Columbia Christian Schools is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Columbia Christian Schools compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbia Christian Schools (this school) | 7.3 |
| Vestal Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Portland Arthur Academy Charter School | 9.0 |
| Floyd Light Middle School | 6.7 |
| Bridger Creative Science School | 9.1 |
| Lee Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Harrison Park School | 7.8 |
| Cherry Park Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Ventura Park Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Hassolo School | — |
| Leodis V. McDaniel High School | 6.5 |
| Sacramento Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Mill Park Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Mt Tabor Middle School | 8.6 |
| Roseway Heights School | 5.4 |
| Menlo Park Elementary School | 5.2 |
| West Powellhurst Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Kellogg Middle School | 9.0 |
| Glencoe Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Rose City Park | 9.5 |
| Benson Polytechnic High School | 6.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OR.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OR
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9101 E BURNSIDE ST, Portland, OR 97216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Christian Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bridger Creative Science School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portland Arthur Academy Charter School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kellogg Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vestal Elementary School Portland | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| HAPPY DAY CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE Portland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lee Elementary School Portland | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Harrison Park School Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Portland Arthur Academy Charter School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Bridger Creative Science School Portland | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Floyd Light Middle School Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cherry Park Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Ventura Park Elementary School Portland | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hassolo School Portland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Roseway Heights School Portland | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Benson Polytechnic High School Portland | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Sacramento Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Mill Park Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Kellogg Middle School Portland | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Earl Boyles Elementary Portland | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| West Powellhurst Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,951
Median Home Value
$439,000
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
16,735
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alliance Charter Academy Oregon City, OR | 7.2 |
| PORTLAND WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukie, OR | 7.2 |
| Perrydale School Amity, OR | 7.4 |
| Rivers Edge Academy Charter School Rogue River, OR | 7.4 |
| Glendale Community Charter School Pre-K-12 Glendale, OR | 7.1 |
| NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Klamath Falls, OR | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Christian Schools
What grades does Columbia Christian Schools serve?
Columbia Christian Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Columbia Christian Schools?
Columbia Christian Schools has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Christian Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Christian Schools is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Columbia Christian Schools rank in OR?
Columbia Christian Schools ranks #42 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Columbia Christian Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Columbia Christian Schools a private school?
Yes, Columbia Christian Schools is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Columbia Christian Schools a religious school?
Columbia Christian Schools has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 273
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of Christ
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 252-8577
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