Portland Adventist Academy: SDA high school (9-12) with 174 students, ADD/ADHD support, AP courses, strong college prep rates
Portland Adventist Academy is a Seventh Day Adventist high school (grades 9–12) in Portland, OR serving 174 students with an average class size of 16. The school offers ADD/ADHD support services and maintains a structured academic environment designed to help students develop strong foundational skills. With 85% of faculty holding advanced degrees and rolling admissions, PAA welcomes students seeking specialized attention in a smaller school setting.
The academy provides a rigorous curriculum including AP courses (Calculus, English, Psychology, US Government, World History, and Computer Science Principles), honors-level coursework, and advanced electives in sciences and arts. Beyond academics, students can participate in sports, music programs, clubs, and mission trips. The casual dress code and co-ed environment foster a welcoming community for diverse learners.
Tuition assistance is available—60% of students receive financial aid, and the school offers need-based scholarships, multi-student discounts, and pay-in-full incentives to ensure cost is not a barrier. The school emphasizes college preparation, with strong national test scores and over 90% of seniors advancing to four-year universities annually. For families interested in exploring PAA for a student with ADHD or learning support needs, contact Admissions Director Mary Sperl or visit paasda.org.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students174
Class Size16:1 ratio
Fin. Aid60% receive aid
Est.1910
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1910 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition increases by 5% on average. Multi-student and pay-in-full discounts are available. Need-based student aid is available to families. If finances are a concern, please contact us. Generous donors help ensure that cost is not a barrier to enrollment. |
| Total Students | 174 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 85 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Mary Sperl |
| Admissions Associate | Mechelle Peinado |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 60 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 49 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
Honors Anatomy & PhysiologyMusic Performance & ProductionVisual Arts College Portfolio Projects & Preparation
AP Courses
AP Calculus ABAP Computer Science PrinciplesAP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & CompositionAP PsychologyAP US GovernmentAP World History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Soccer · Softball · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Book Club · Campus Ministries · Honor Society · Mission Trips · Praise & Worship Band · Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica · Winter Ski/Snowboard Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Art Club · Hand Bells · String Orchestgra · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Rock Climbing Club |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Seventh Day Adventist |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
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