Welcome to Portland Jewish Academy's K-8 Program!

We take immense pride in being an independent, inclusive community Jewish day school dedicated to providing an educational experience that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a strong sense of identity within the context of Jewish values. At PJA, your child will receive a well-rounded, values-based education that empowers them to think for themself and work for the world.

Bus transportation from the eastside available!
Click here for information on our Afterschool programs. Click here for information on our Early Childhood program.

"I continue to rely on PJA’s middot (values) as a foundation for how to live my life."
- Gabrielle Kroepfl, PJA Class of 2018

Read about our Alumni here

Statement of Eligibility
All families that are aligned with Portland Jewish Academy's (PJA) mission and supportive of its vision, core values, and educational philosophy are welcome to apply for admission.

• Students turning six during the academic year (September 1-August 31) are eligible for admission to kindergarten.
• In making admission decisions when limited places are available, the school will give priority to eligible siblings of current students or graduates and then will make its determinations drawing on the professional team's sole discretion regarding the class composition that will best position the school to deliver excellently on its mission, vision, core values, and educational philosophy. 
• PJA does not discriminate in admissions decisions on the basis of the applicants' or their families' markers of personal identities. We also make admission decisions without consideration of financial circumstances.