International School of Portland: PreK-5 in Portland, OR, featuring IB curriculum, language immersion, and special education support
The International School of Portland (ISP) provides a nurturing, multicultural environment for students from Prekindergarten through 5th grade. As Portland's first International Baccalaureate (IB) elementary school, ISP offers a specialized curriculum featuring language immersion in Spanish, Japanese, or Chinese. The school is specifically dedicated to supporting diverse learners through integrated Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and developmental support.
The school's inquiry-based IB curriculum is paired with a focus on therapeutic services and special needs support to help each child thrive. With an average class size of 13 and a faculty of 42, ISP maintains a structured yet supportive setting. Students can also engage in various extracurricular activities such as LEGO Robotics, Chess, Art, and Dance, which provide additional avenues for social and cognitive development in a low-stress environment.
ISP is a nonsectarian, co-ed institution with a diverse student body, where 54% of students identify as students of color. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school offers financial aid to approximately 20% of its families. While tuition is approximately $20,990, variations exist based on payment plans and schedules.
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $20,990 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies according to payment plan and schedule. Please see, intlschool.org, for details. |
| Total Students | 397 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 42 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 20 |
| Average Class Size | 13 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-5 |
| Admissions Director | Erin Cooley |
| Admissions Associate | Sarah Loepp |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,300 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 54 |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Art (various) · Chess · Dance (various) · LEGO Robotics |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Northwest Association of Accredited Schools · International Baccalaureate (IB) World School |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | intlschool.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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