Excellent
#3 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 1% of private schools
Community Transitional School
Elementary School
6601 NE KILLINGSWORTH ST, Portland, OR 97218
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#3 of 186
In Portland
#3 of 55
public schools
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Community Transitional School
Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Community Transitional School
Community Transitional School is a private elementary school in Portland, OR. Community Transitional School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Transitional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Community Transitional School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Community Transitional School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Community Transitional School 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 Community Transitional School compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community Transitional School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Scott Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Rigler Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Helensview High School | 5.0 |
| Roseway Heights School | 5.4 |
| Beaumont Middle School | 8.8 |
| Rose City Park | 9.5 |
| Prescott Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Faubion Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Lee Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Hassolo School | — |
| Alameda Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Vernon Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Beverly Cleary School | 9.3 |
| Functional Living Skills Program | 5.9 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Sabin Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Vestal Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Parkrose Middle School | 5.1 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Mt Tabor Middle School | 8.6 |
Showing 20 of 134 schools. View all schools in Portland
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
6601 NE KILLINGSWORTH ST, Portland, OR 97218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Transitional School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rose City Park (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Laurelhurst Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Scott Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Elementary School Portland | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Rigler Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Roseway Heights School Portland | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Helensview High School Portland | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Rose City Park Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Alliance High School Portland | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Beaumont Middle School Portland | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Hassolo School Portland | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lee Elementary School Portland | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Grant High School Portland | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Prescott Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Faubion Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Vestal Elementary School Portland | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,367
Median Home Value
$493,300
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
14,704
College Educated
51.1%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Creek Learning Center Eagle Point, OR | 8.6 |
| Pratum Elementary School Salem, OR | 8.4 |
| MISS MUFFETT'S LEARNING CENTER Klamath Falls, OR | 8.3 |
| Annex Charter School Ontario, OR | 9.1 |
| Cascade Locks School Cascade Locks, OR | 8.1 |
| Willowcreek Elementary School Vale, OR | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Transitional School
What grades does Community Transitional School serve?
Community Transitional School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Community Transitional School?
Community Transitional School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Transitional School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Transitional School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Community Transitional School rank in OR?
Community Transitional School ranks #3 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Community Transitional School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Transitional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Community Transitional School a private school?
Yes, Community Transitional School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Community Transitional School a religious school?
No, Community Transitional School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 98% M / 2% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 249-8582
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