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#132 of 186 private schools in OR

Portland Youthbuilders

High School

4816 SE 92ND AVE, Portland, OR 97266

Private

Enrollment

75

Student-Teacher

25:1

Score

5.7

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#132 of 186

In Portland

#46 of 55

public schools

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Portland Youthbuilders

5.7/10

High School in Portland · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lent Elementary School

7.8/10

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6.7/10

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About Portland Youthbuilders

Portland Youthbuilders is a private high school in Portland, OR. Portland Youthbuilders serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Portland Youthbuilders has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it comparesOn par with OR schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • OR avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 75 students, Portland Youthbuilders 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.

Portland Youthbuilders runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Portland Youthbuilders 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 Portland Youthbuilders compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
75
This School
vs
1,056
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 28% vs 0%
Black 18.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.7% vs 0%
Portland Youthbuilders Portland Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Portland Youthbuilders (this school) 5.7
Benson Polytechnic High School 6.7
Franklin High School 5.7
David Douglas High School 5.5
Hassolo School
Cleveland High School 8.5
Leodis V. McDaniel High School 6.5
Wheatley School 5.9
Grant High School 8.3
Parkrose High School 3.9
Helensview High School 5.0
Multnomah Inverness School
Alliance High School 4.0
Functional Living Skills Program 5.9
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School 5.7
Riverdale High School 9.5
Lincoln High School 7.8
Metropolitan Learning Center 8.1
Jefferson High School 7.1
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

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)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 25:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,266
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 75
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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)

White 41.3%
Hispanic 28.0%
Black 18.7%
Two or More 5.3%
Asian 2.7%
Pacific Islander 2.7%
Native American 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4816 SE 92ND AVE, Portland, OR 97266

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portland Youthbuilders may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benson Polytechnic High School (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lent Elementary School Portland 0.2 mi 7.8
Benson Polytechnic High School Portland 0.5 mi 6.7
Kelly Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 5.4
Marysville Elementary School Portland 0.7 mi 7.1
Earl Boyles Elementary Portland 0.9 mi 6.2
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 5.4
Woodmere Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 5.8
Ron Russell Middle School Portland 1.0 mi 7.0
Harrison Park School Portland 1.4 mi 7.8
HAPPY DAY CHRISTIAN CHILD CARE Portland 1.5 mi
Cherry Park Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 8.7
PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Portland 1.7 mi 8.4
Kellogg Middle School Portland 1.4 mi 9.0
Bridger Creative Science School Portland 1.7 mi 9.1
Whitman Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 5.6
Arleta Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.9
West Powellhurst Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 4.9
MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland 1.5 mi 7.6
Alice Ott Middle School Portland 1.7 mi 6.5
Floyd Light Middle School Portland 2.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,791

Median Home Value

$420,800

Median Rent

$1,532/mo

Population

35,992

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Crane Union High School Crane, OR 5.6
PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland, OR 5.6
Plymouth High School St. Helens, OR 5.6
Mapleton Jr/Sr High School Mapleton, OR 5.4
Cascade Opportunity Center Aumsville, OR 6.2
Destinations Academy Coos Bay, OR 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portland Youthbuilders

What grades does Portland Youthbuilders serve?

Portland Youthbuilders serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Portland Youthbuilders?

Portland Youthbuilders has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland Youthbuilders?

The student-teacher ratio at Portland Youthbuilders is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Portland Youthbuilders rank in OR?

Portland Youthbuilders ranks #132 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Portland Youthbuilders's MySchoolScout rating?

Portland Youthbuilders has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Portland Youthbuilders a private school?

Yes, Portland Youthbuilders 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 Portland Youthbuilders a religious school?

No, Portland Youthbuilders is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
75
Gender Split
71% M / 29% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
211 days
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County

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