NEWBERG PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Administration: 503-554-5000
www.newberg.k12.or.us/
Antonia Crater Elementary: 503-554-4650
Kindergarten through fifth grade
Chehalem Valley Middle School: 503-554-4600
Sixth, seventh and eighth grade.
Dundee Elementary: 503-554-4850
Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Edwards Elementary: 503-554-5050
Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Ewing Young Elementary: 503-554-4750
Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Joan Austin Elementary: 503-554-4550
Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Mabel Rush Elementary: 503-554-4450
Kindergarten through fifth grade.
Mountain View Middle School: 503-554-4500
Sixth, seventh and eighth grade.
Newberg High School: 503-554-4400
Ninth through twelfth grade
Quick Facts About Newberg Public Schools
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5,180 students attend public school in six elementary schools, two middle schools and four high school. Newberg School District serves cities of Newberg and Dundee, plus unincorporated areas of Yamhill, Wash. and Clackamas counties.
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Focus is on developing excellent skills in reading, writing and mathematics, and preparing graduates for college, work and citizenship
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Seven of eight schools rated strong or exceptional by the Oregon Dept. of Education.
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Newberg High is one of only four large high schools in the state earning an “exceptional” rating from the state two years in a row.
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A higher percentage of Newberg students met or exceeded state standards in reading, math, writing and science than state averages.
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High school students averaged an SAT score of 1565 compared to the Oregon average of 1547 and national average of 1509.
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Performing arts, agri-science, engineering and civic involvement are award-winning programs.
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Rigorous new graduation requirements align with the Oregon University System.
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Partnerships with Portland Community College and local businesses help prepare students for college and work.
ST. PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Administration: 503-633-2541
www.stpaul.k12.or.us/
St. Paul Elementary: 503-633-2691
Kindergarten through sixth grade.
St. Paul High School: 503-633-2541
Seventh through twelfth grade
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Numerous private schools are located throughout Yamhill County. Some include preschools. More preschools are listed in local phone directories, available at the Chamber office. Some private elementary, middle and high schools in the Newberg area are:
C.S. Lewis Academy: 503-538-0114
www.cslewisacademy.com/
Pre-K through 12.
Open Bible Christian School: 503-538-9833
www.obcs.org/
Pre-K through twelfth grade.
St. Paul Parochial School: 503-633-4622
www.stpaulparochial.org/
Pre-K through eighth grade.
Veritas School: 503-538-1962
www.veritasschool.net/
Kindergarten through twelfth grade.
HEAD START: 1-503-538-7858
yamhillheadstart.org/
Head Start is a family-focused early-childhood development program for children from birth through age five. Many programs operate full day and full year. Head Start’s educational program is designed to meet each child’s individual needs. Developmental screenings are provided and teachers work with parents to plan and implement their child’s educational plan. Every effort is made to provide a classroom environment which is culturally comfortable to all families.
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Portland Community College: 971-722-8602
www.pcc.edu/newberg
George Fox University: 503-538-8383
www.georgefox.edu
Online calendar: www.georgefox.edu/calendar
A Christian university of the arts, sciences, and professional studies, George Fox University was founded in Newberg in 1891. Today, it is Newberg’s second largest employer and brings thousands of students and visitors to the region each year. George Fox encourages the local community to take advantage of its offerings, including: music, theater, and artistic events; academic lectures and chapel speakers; NCAA Div. III athletic events; low-cost classes for senior citizens; student volunteers and interns; Tilikum Retreat Center.
