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#11 of 186 private schools in OR

Top 5% of private schools

French International School of Oregon

Elementary School

8500 NW JOHNSON ST, Portland, OR 97229

Private

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#11 of 186

In Portland

#6 of 55

public schools

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French International School of Oregon

8.2/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Tualatin View Elementary School

8.5/10

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9.1/10

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About French International School of Oregon

French International School of Oregon is a private elementary school in Portland, OR. French International School of Oregon serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. French International School of Oregon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares1.7 pts above OR schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, French International School of Oregon sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

French International School of Oregon 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

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How French International School of Oregon compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
17.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
430
This School
vs
398
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74% vs 0%
Asian 9.8% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
French International School of Oregon Portland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
French International School of Oregon (this school) 8.2
Cedar Mill Elementary School 9.1
West Tualatin View Elementary School 8.5
Forest Park Elementary School 9.0
Tumwater Middle School 8.2
West Sylvan Middle School 8.0
Bonny Slope Elementary School 9.1
Ridgewood Elementary School 9.3
Cedar Park Middle School 7.4
Raleigh Park Elementary School 7.4
William Walker Elementary School 6.4
Findley Elementary 9.3
Terra Linda Elementary School 9.2
Chapman Elementary School 6.3
Raleigh Hills Elementary School 7.8
Bridlemile Elementary School 9.3
Ainsworth Elementary School 9.2
Stoller Middle School 8.3
Metropolitan Learning Center 8.1
Jacob Wismer Elementary School 9.2
Montclair Elementary School 7.7

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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,365
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 430
View data sources

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)

White 74.0%
Two or More 12.6%
Asian 9.8%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 1.4%
Native American 0.7%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8500 NW JOHNSON ST, Portland, OR 97229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering French International School of Oregon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Chinese Charter School (rated 9.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Beaverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgewood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Findley Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
West Tualatin View Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 8.5
Cedar Mill Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 9.1
Forest Park Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 9.0
West Sylvan Middle School Portland 1.7 mi 8.0
Ridgewood Elementary School Portland 2.0 mi 9.3
Tumwater Middle School Portland 1.7 mi 8.2
Bonny Slope Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 9.1
Cedar Park Middle School Portland 2.0 mi 7.4
Raleigh Park Elementary School Portland 2.5 mi 7.4
LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES PORTLAND Portland 2.0 mi
CEDAR HILLS KINDERGARTEN AND PRESCHOOL Portland 2.1 mi
Hope Chinese Charter School Beaverton 2.5 mi 9.8
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 6.8
JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Portland 3.0 mi 6.7
EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Portland 3.1 mi 7.8
William Walker Elementary School Portland 2.5 mi 6.4
Arts and Communication Magnet Academy Beaverton 2.7 mi 6.5
Raleigh Hills Elementary School Portland 3.2 mi 7.8
Findley Elementary Portland 2.7 mi 9.3
OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Portland 3.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,863

Median Home Value

$728,800

Median Rent

$1,948/mo

Population

75,626

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brush College Elementary School Salem, OR 8.2
Charlemagne French Immersion Elementary School Eugene, OR 8.2
Cooper Mountain Elementary School Beaverton, OR 8.2
Edgewood Community Elementary School Eugene, OR 8.2
Gib Olinger Elementary School Milton-Freewater, OR 8.2
Hoover Elementary School Medford, OR 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about French International School of Oregon

What grades does French International School of Oregon serve?

French International School of Oregon serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend French International School of Oregon?

French International School of Oregon has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at French International School of Oregon?

The student-teacher ratio at French International School of Oregon is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does French International School of Oregon rank in OR?

French International School of Oregon ranks #11 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is French International School of Oregon's MySchoolScout rating?

French International School of Oregon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is French International School of Oregon a private school?

Yes, French International School of Oregon 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 French International School of Oregon a religious school?

No, French International School of Oregon is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
430
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
195 days
Setting
Large City
County
Washington County

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