Very Good
#22 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 11% of private schools
Open School East
High School
16570 SE OAK ST, Portland, OR 97233
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#22 of 186
In Portland
#11 of 55
public schools
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Open School East
High School in Portland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Open School East
Open School East is a private high school in Portland, OR. Open School East serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Open School East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- OR avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Open School East 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Open School East sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Open School East 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 Open School East compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Open School East (this school) | 7.8 |
| David Douglas High School | 5.5 |
| Wheatley School | 5.9 |
| Parkrose High School | 3.9 |
| Multnomah Inverness School | — |
| Functional Living Skills Program | 5.9 |
| Benson Polytechnic High School | 6.7 |
| Leodis V. McDaniel High School | 6.5 |
| Helensview High School | 5.0 |
| Hassolo School | — |
| Franklin High School | 5.7 |
| Grant High School | 8.3 |
| Alliance High School | 4.0 |
| Cleveland High School | 8.5 |
| Jefferson High School | 7.1 |
| Lincoln High School | 7.8 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center | 8.1 |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School | 5.7 |
| Riverdale High School | 9.5 |
| Roosevelt High School | 5.0 |
| Sunset High School | 7.6 |
Showing 20 of 21 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
16570 SE OAK ST, Portland, OR 97233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Open School East may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRANCISCAN MONTESSORI EARTH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARMONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wilkes Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alder Elementary School Portland | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Oliver Middle Portland | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Patrick Lynch Elementary Portland | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Parklane Elementary School Portland | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Hauton B Lee Middle School Portland | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Glenfair Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MORNINGSTAR MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Portland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Rockwood Preparatory Academy Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLLA School Portland | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilkes Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Hartley Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Centennial Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SERENDIPITY CENTER Portland | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Meadows Elementary Portland | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Powell Butte Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| FRANCISCAN MONTESSORI EARTH SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Centennial High School Gresham | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Margaret Scott Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| PORTLAND ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gresham | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,886
Median Home Value
$385,100
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
37,518
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| Armadillo Community Charter School Phoenix, OR | 7.8 |
| EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.8 |
| Adrian High School Adrian, OR | 8.0 |
| MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland, OR | 7.6 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Portland, OR | 8.0 |
| MILO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Days Creek, OR | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Open School East
What grades does Open School East serve?
Open School East serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Open School East?
Open School East has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Open School East?
The student-teacher ratio at Open School East is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Open School East rank in OR?
Open School East ranks #22 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Open School East's MySchoolScout rating?
Open School East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Open School East a private school?
Yes, Open School East 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 Open School East a religious school?
No, Open School East is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 516-0765
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