Excellent
#7 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 3% of private schools
Northwest Academy
High School
1130 SW MAIN ST, Portland, OR 97205
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#7 of 186
In Portland
#5 of 55
public schools
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Northwest Academy
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About Northwest Academy
Northwest Academy is a private high school in Portland, OR. Northwest Academy serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- OR avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Northwest Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northwest Academy 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 Northwest Academy compares to 64 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| Lincoln High School | 7.8 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center | 8.1 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School | 9.3 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science | 8.0 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School | 9.7 |
| da Vinci Middle School | 7.5 |
| Winterhaven School | 9.5 |
| Hosford Middle School | 8.7 |
| Gray Middle School | 8.8 |
| Cleveland High School | 8.5 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School | 8.2 |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School | 5.7 |
| Beverly Cleary School | 9.3 |
| Jefferson High School | 7.1 |
| The Ivy School | 8.5 |
| Grant High School | 8.3 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Hayhurst Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Ockley Green Middle School | 7.7 |
| Vernon Elementary School | 9.2 |
Showing 20 of 64 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
1130 SW MAIN ST, Portland, OR 97205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Abernethy Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harriet Tubman Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ainsworth Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URBAN ED ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Portland | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JAMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Portland | 0.2 mi | — |
| PORTLAND CHINESE SCHOOL Portland | 0.4 mi | 1.8 |
| Lincoln High School Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Emerson School Portland | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Chapman Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CLASS ACADEMY Portland | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Abernethy Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Buckman Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,943
Median Home Value
$693,600
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
9,232
College Educated
60.7%
Homeownership
19.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Portland, OR | 8.4 |
| Grant Union Junior/Senior High School John Day, OR | 8.2 |
| Oakland High School Oakland, OR | 8.7 |
| Vale High School Vale, OR | 8.1 |
| Lost River High School Merrill, OR | 8.8 |
| Enterprise High School Enterprise, OR | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Academy
What grades does Northwest Academy serve?
Northwest Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Northwest Academy?
Northwest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwest Academy rank in OR?
Northwest Academy ranks #7 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Northwest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Academy a private school?
Yes, Northwest Academy 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 Northwest Academy a religious school?
No, Northwest Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (500) 322-3336
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