Very Good
#46 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 24% of private schools
Portland Jewish Academy
Elementary School
6651 SW CAPITOL HWY, Portland, OR 97219
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#46 of 186
In Portland
#21 of 55
public schools
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Portland Jewish Academy
Elementary School in Portland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Portland Jewish Academy
Portland Jewish Academy is a private elementary school in Portland, OR. Portland Jewish Academy serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portland Jewish Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Portland Jewish Academy 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 3.2:1 students to teachers, Portland Jewish Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Portland Jewish 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 Portland Jewish Academy compares to 134 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Portland Jewish Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Gray Middle School | 8.8 |
| Rieke Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Capitol Hill Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Hayhurst Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Maplewood Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Bridlemile Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Jackson Middle School | 8.8 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science | 8.0 |
| Markham Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Montclair Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Stephenson Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Raleigh Hills Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Raleigh Park Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Sellwood Middle School | 8.7 |
| Winterhaven School | 9.5 |
| West Sylvan Middle School | 8.0 |
| Abernethy Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Riverdale Grade School | 9.7 |
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
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
6651 SW CAPITOL HWY, Portland, OR 97219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portland Jewish Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rieke Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridlemile Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hayhurst Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Portland | 0.2 mi | — |
| HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 0.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Capitol Hill Elementary School Portland | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Portland | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN FISHER Portland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-VERMONT Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Hayhurst Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Bridlemile Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Maplewood Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| L'ETOILE FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CHILD'S VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | — |
| Jackson Middle School Portland | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Riverdale High School Portland | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Markham Elementary School Portland | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,525
Median Home Value
$651,600
Median Rent
$1,603/mo
Population
43,111
College Educated
66.1%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
41.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gilchrist Elementary School Gilchrist, OR | 7.3 |
| Lundy Elementary School Lowell, OR | 7.3 |
| MORNING STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bend, OR | 7.3 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Woodburn, OR | 7.3 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.2 |
| Crane Elementary School Crane, OR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portland Jewish Academy
What grades does Portland Jewish Academy serve?
Portland Jewish Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Portland Jewish Academy?
Portland Jewish Academy has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland Jewish Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Portland Jewish Academy is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Portland Jewish Academy rank in OR?
Portland Jewish Academy ranks #46 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Portland Jewish Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Portland Jewish Academy 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 Portland Jewish Academy a private school?
Yes, Portland Jewish Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Portland Jewish Academy a religious school?
Portland Jewish Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 244-0126
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