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#93 of 186 private schools in OR

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Village Free School

School

1785 NE SANDY BLVD, Portland, OR 97232

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 144 schools in Portland. Learn more

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

UG – UG

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Portland

#42 of 55

public schools

Oregon schools

#23 of 49

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Strong

About Village Free School

Village Free School serves 63 students in Portland, Oregon, with a notably small class environment supported by a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio and 6 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned recognition with an 8.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #41 out of 186 schools statewide, placing it in the 78th percentile among Oregon schools. The intimate school size allows for personalized attention and close teacher-student relationships, creating an environment where each student can receive individualized support.

Located on NE Sandy Boulevard, Village Free School sits in the heart of Portland's urban landscape, providing students with access to the cultural and educational opportunities that come with big city life. The school draws from a well-educated community in the 97232 ZIP code area, where 65% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. This neighborhood demonstrates strong economic stability with a median household income of $75,013 and relatively low poverty rates at 9.7%.

The area's median home value of $726,900 reflects the desirability of this Portland location. Village Free School offers families a unique combination of small-school intimacy within Oregon's largest city, fostering both academic achievement and community connection in an urban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 63 students, Village Free School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Village Free School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$5,445
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$5,806
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.07x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
95%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$237,974

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 63 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Village Free School compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
17.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
63
This School
vs
500
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%
Asian 6.3% vs 0%
Black 3.2% vs 0%
Village Free School Portland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Village Free School (this school) 6.4
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School 9.5
Buckman Elementary School 7.9
da Vinci Middle School 8.7
Irvington Elementary School 9.4
Beverly Cleary School 8.6
Sunnyside Environmental School 8.8
Abernethy Elementary School 9.2
Harriet Tubman Middle School 9.4
Laurelhurst Elementary School 8.4
Grant High School 7.5
Hosford Middle School 8.1
Emerson School 7.4
Alameda Elementary School 8.7
Sabin Elementary School 8.4
Glencoe Elementary School 9.3
Richmond Elementary School 7.7
Kairos PDX 7.1
Cleveland High School 8.8
Boise-Eliot Elementary School 7.5
Beaumont Middle School 9.6

Showing 20 of 150 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

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)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,424
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 63
View data sources

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 88.9%
Asian 6.3%
Black 3.2%
Native American 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1785 NE SANDY BLVD, Portland, OR 97232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Village Free School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School (rated 9.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harriet Tubman Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland 0.3 mi 9.5
Buckman Elementary School Portland 0.4 mi 7.9
da Vinci Middle School Portland 0.4 mi 8.7
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 0.5 mi 6.5
PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland 0.6 mi 5.6
Irvington Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 9.4
Abernethy Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.2
Beverly Cleary School Portland 1.1 mi 8.6
VENN ACADEMY Portland 1.4 mi
THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 5.3
Sunnyside Environmental School Portland 1.2 mi 8.8
Hosford Middle School Portland 1.4 mi 8.1
ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland 1.2 mi 6.7
Alameda Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 8.7
Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland 1.4 mi 9.4
Grant High School Portland 1.4 mi 7.5
Sabin Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 8.4
Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.4
Cleveland High School Portland 1.9 mi 8.8
Winterhaven School Portland 2.1 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,278

Median Home Value

$801,300

Median Rent

$1,584/mo

Population

15,152

College Educated

65.4%

Homeownership

25.3%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

35.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Village Free School has a median household income of $71,278. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $801,300, with a median rent of $1,584/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
KNOX CLASSICAL ACADEMY Central Point, OR 6.5
BRIDGEWAY HOUSE Eugene, OR 6.3
MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River, OR 6.3
Morrow Education Center Irrigon, OR 6.3
SERENDIPITY CENTER Portland, OR 6.6
St. Helens Virtual Academy St. Helens, OR 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Village Free School

What grades does Village Free School serve?

Village Free School serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Village Free School?

Village Free School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Free School?

The student-teacher ratio at Village Free School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Village Free School rank in OR?

Village Free School is ranked #93 out of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Village Free School's MySchoolScout rating?

Village Free School has a composite rating of 6.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Village Free School a private school?

Yes, Village Free 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 Village Free School a religious school?

No, Village Free School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large City
County
MULTNOMAH
Data Year
2022–2023

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