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#161 of 186 private schools in OR

The Marylhurst School

Elementary School

15544 CLACKAMAS RIVER DR, Oregon City, OR 97045

Private

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#161 of 186

In Oregon City

#1 of 2

public schools

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The Marylhurst School

4.9/10

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

Clackamas High School

4.7/10

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5.3/10

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About The Marylhurst School

The Marylhurst School is a private elementary school in Oregon City, OR. The Marylhurst School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. The Marylhurst School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares1.6 pts below OR schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, The Marylhurst School 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.

The Marylhurst School runs 21:1 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.

The Marylhurst School 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 The Marylhurst School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Oregon City, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
This School
vs
22:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
168
This School
vs
469
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.3% vs 0%
Asian 6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
The Marylhurst School Oregon City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Marylhurst School (this school) 4.9
Holcomb Elementary School 4.7
Alliance Charter Academy 7.2
Tumwata Middle School 4.1
Clackamas Academy of Industrial Sciences 4.4
Redland Elementary School 4.7
Springwater Environmental Sciences School 7.1
Gardiner Middle School 4.6
Gaffney Lane Elementary School 5.0
John McLoughlin Elementary School 6.2
Carus School 6.7

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- 2.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 21:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 20%
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
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Enrollment 168
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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 89.3%
Asian 6.0%
Hispanic 2.4%
Two or More 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15544 CLACKAMAS RIVER DR, Oregon City, OR 97045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Marylhurst School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade Heights Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Clackamas), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Wetten Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oregon Trail Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Clackamas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oregon City, see our Oregon City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Clackamas High School Clackamas 1.8 mi 4.7
Rock Creek Middle School Clackamas 1.9 mi 5.3
Holcomb Elementary School Oregon City 1.7 mi 4.7
HAPPY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clackamas 1.9 mi
SPRING MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clackamas 2.2 mi 6.3
Cascade Heights Public Charter School Clackamas 1.9 mi 7.6
RIVERGATE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gladstone 1.7 mi 6.5
Sunnyside Elementary School Clackamas 2.4 mi 4.2
SUNNYSIDE MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Happy Valley 2.8 mi
Alliance Charter Academy Oregon City 2.2 mi 7.2
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School Gladstone 2.1 mi 6.4
Spring Mountain Elementary School Happy Valley 3.1 mi 6.5
Oregon Trail Elementary School Clackamas 2.6 mi 7.3
Clackamas Web Academy Clackamas 2.9 mi 6.3
Bilquist Elementary School Milwaukie 2.5 mi 3.7
Tumwata Middle School Oregon City 3.0 mi 4.1
John Wetten Elementary School Gladstone 2.5 mi 7.5
Adrienne C. Nelson High School Happy Valley 2.8 mi 2.3
Mount Scott Elementary School Happy Valley 3.6 mi 6.8
Gladstone High School Gladstone 2.7 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,388

Median Home Value

$563,600

Median Rent

$1,600/mo

Population

57,432

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

39.4

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Riley Creek Elementary School Gold Beach, OR 5.0
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas, OR 4.8
Mari-Linn Elementary School Lyons, OR 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Marylhurst School

What grades does The Marylhurst School serve?

The Marylhurst School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Marylhurst School?

The Marylhurst School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Marylhurst School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Marylhurst School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Marylhurst School rank in OR?

The Marylhurst School ranks #161 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is The Marylhurst School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Marylhurst School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Marylhurst School a private school?

Yes, The Marylhurst School 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 The Marylhurst School a religious school?

No, The Marylhurst School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
168
Gender Split
32% M / 68% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Clackamas County

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