Education is big in Portland and we have you covered. From information on childcare and Pre-K to college and beyond, this section will assist you in making informed decisions on which schools will best fit your needs.
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) is Oregon’s premier fine arts and design school, offering hands-on interdisciplinary programs, award-winning faculty, and extensive gallery and exhibition opportunities in downtown Portland.
Oregon Institute of Technology
Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) offers STEM-focused, career-driven degree programs with high graduate employment rates, earning recognition as the #1 Top Public West Regional College by U.S. News & World Report.
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McMinnville School District
McMinnville School District (MSD) serves 6,600+ students in Yamhill County, offering STEM education, career readiness programs, and strong academic opportunities, with McMinnville High School featuring two specialized satellite campuses.
Tigard-Tualatin School District
Tigard-Tualatin School District (TTSD) serves Tigard, Tualatin, and surrounding communities, offering high-ranking schools, technology-integrated learning, STEM programs, and college-prep courses in a thriving Portland suburb.
Sherwood School District
Sherwood School District (SSD) serves 5,000+ students in a growing Portland suburb, offering high-ranking schools, STEM education, AP courses, and career-focused learning in a family-friendly community.
Hillsboro School District
Hillsboro School District (HSD) serves 20,400+ students across Hillsboro, North Plains, and surrounding areas, offering STEM education, robotics programs, and career-focused Pathways learning for college and workforce readiness
Lake Oswego School District
Lake Oswego School District (LOSD) is Oregon’s top-ranked public school district, consistently recognized for academic excellence, high student achievement, and innovative programs, placing it among the top 10% of schools in the state.
Gladstone School District
The Gladstone School District, located 15 minutes south of Portland, offers a high-quality, community-focused education with strong early learning programs, environmental sustainability initiatives, and high parental involvement across its four schools.
Estacada School District
The Estacada School District, located 30 miles southeast of Portland, serves 1,750 public school students across elementary, junior high, and high schools, offering charter school options, Early College programs, and a strong community-focused education in the scenic Clackamas River Basin.
Westside Christian High
Westside Christian High School in Tigard offers a college-preparatory, Christ-centered education with AP courses, a Jump Year Program for college credit, award-winning arts, and competitive athletics, equipping students to lead and succeed.
West Hills Christian
West Hills Christian School in Southwest Portland offers a rigorous, Christ-centered education for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, integrating strong academics, Christian values, and leadership development in a supportive, interdenominational environment.
West Hills Montessori Elementary
West Hills Montessori Elementary in Portland offers a hands-on, exploration-driven Montessori education for students ages 6-12, fostering independent learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving in a nurturing, multi-age classroom environment.
