Oregon's only private high school for complex learning disabilities and ADHD in Portland with customized instruction and Jesuit partnerships
Edison High School is Oregon's only private high school specifically designed for students with complex learning disabilities, including ADHD, Dyslexia, Auditory Processing Disorders, and Nonverbal Learning Disorders. Recognizing that ADHD often co-occurs with other challenges, the school employs customized learning approaches tailored to each student's unique profile. With an average class size of just 9 students and a 1:1.6 student-to-teacher ratio, the environment ensures highly individualized instruction and support.
Students benefit from a robust academic and extracurricular program, including access to Jesuit High School classes for advanced subjects like calculus and Spanish, as well as a full range of sports and clubs. The school offers specialized programs for Learning Differences, ADD/ADHD support, and Tourette's syndrome, ensuring that students with complex needs can thrive academically and socially.
Founded in 1973, Edison High School maintains a nonsectarian environment with 96% of faculty holding advanced degrees. Admissions are rolling with a deadline of January 15, and the school offers significant financial aid through FACTS, with an average grant of $17,000. Families interested in this specialized education can contact the admissions director, Jesse Cox, at (503) 297-2336 or visit the website for more details.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades9-12
Students140
Class Size9:1 ratio
Tuition$29,000
Fin. Aid35% receive aid
Est.1973
DeadlineJan. 15 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Cognia
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1973 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Edison offers financial aid through FACTS. |
| Total Students | 140 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 96 |
| Average Class Size | 9 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Jesse Cox |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 35 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $17,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 12 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/ ADHD/ Asperger’s / Tourette’s / Dysgraphia / Dyscalculia / Visual Perception / Nonverbal Learning Disorders
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Boxing · Cheering · Cross Country · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $1,395 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(503) 297-23369020 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Portland, Oregon 97225
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