Good Shepherd School is a private, evangelical school providing excellence in Christian education.
The teaching and learning focuses on a quality, academic environment that values godly character and parental involvement.
As Christian professional educators, we have the responsibility to model the master of all teachers, our Lord Jesus Christ.
Only those who follow and seek to be like Christ can lead a child to truth and the understanding of a worldview that includes God.
God is the author of life. Education equips a person to experience and visualize the most meaningful and rewarding life possible.
Then it is reasonable to appropriate His principles and His Spirit to define and influence the best education for our children.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Good Shepherd School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Half Day Preschool:$2,745 per preschool child ($305/month x 9 months)
Full Day Pre-K:$4,725 per preK child ($393.75/month x 12 months July-June)
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Good Shepherd Preschool’s purpose is to partner with families to provide a private, Christ-centered education.
- Good Shepherd School is a private, evangelical school providing excellence in Christian education.
- The teaching and learning focuses on a quality, academic environment that values godly character and parental involvement.
- As Christian professional educators, we have the responsibility to model the master of all teachers, our Lord Jesus Christ.
- Only those who follow and seek to be like Christ can lead a child to truth and the understanding of a worldview that includes God.
- God is the author of life.
- Education equips a person to experience and visualize the most meaningful and rewarding life possible.
- Then it is reasonable to appropriate His principles and His Spirit to define and influence the best education for our children.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Good Shepherd School often compared to?
Good Shepherd School is often viewed alongside schools like Damascus Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Good Shepherd School's ranking?
Good Shepherd School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd School?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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