Delphian School
Overview

In the 1970's, a group of educators banded together to transform education using new fundamentals. They had observed that conventional schools were failing too many bright students. These educators were committed to making a difference. That difference is Delphian. At Delphian, you won’t find teachers lecturing while students rotely take notes. You will find students actively engaged in learning, studying independently and moving at the speed that is right for them. You’ll see lively one-on-one and small group discussions on works of literature, art, business, science or current events. You’ll see students creating clay models to explain and demonstrate a concept, a student giving a presentation on his apprenticeship experience or a topic he’s just researched, and students heading to the science lab or out into the world to test or explore a theory. The Delphi Program is designed to help students relate what they’re learning to how they will use this information to succeed in life. Our students live their education from the moment they walk into our school. Our faculty excel at keeping students motivated and on track with their studies, and you can rest assured that each student receives highly personal attention—every academic program is individually designed to best cater to that student's academic needs and interests. Each student at Delphian is treated as an individual, and we seek to help all of them find their own purpose and use for their education. Some things you have to see to believe. Delphian is one of them. Contact us to schedule a visit and experience Delphian for yourself.
Academics
Summary: Delphian emphasizes applied knowledge and the ability to study independently. Credit is earned through demonstration of ability and mastery of materials studied. Graduation requires of every student proven skills in critical thinking, ethics, communication, teamwork and leadership; hundreds of hours of self-generated projects covering several major ability zones; and solid grounding in the traditional academic subjects with an emphasis on classic literature. Reason, creativity and integrity, in conjunction with free and open inquiry, are given the highest priority in all areas and levels of the program.
Department Director Jordan Siegel
Student/Teacher Ratio: 1:15
Average Class Size: 10
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 19
Number of AP Courses Offered: 9
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 0%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Peer Tutoring
- Study Skills Assistance
- Technology Center
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
- Poetry
History
- Asian History
- Classical History
- European History
- Honors
- Medieval History
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
Religion / Philosophy
- Ethics
- Moral Philosophy
- Mythology
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Social Justice
- World Religions
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
- Sociology
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Astronomy
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Electronics
- Geology
- Health
- Marine Biology
- Microbiology
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Physiology
Math
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Multimedia
- Computer Programming
- Computer Science
- Web Design
Music
- Choral Music
- Composition
- Individual Instructions
- Music History
- Music Theory
- Orchestra
- Songwriting
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Personal Finance
- Independent Study
- Internships
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 10
Average Students Per Dorm: 25
Number of Girls Dorms: 5
Number of Boys Dorms: 5
Dorm Amenities
- Game Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Recreation Room; Theater; Music Rooms; Climbing Wall; Gym
Student Life
The Delphian community takes care to make everyone feel welcome—after all, it's their home, too. Much of Delphian's success is based on the team spirit of our community as a whole. We emphasize integrity and open communication between students, faculty and staff, as well as in the parent-school-student relationship. A key to the success of our boarding program, which has been lauded as "a model residential program," is the robust participation of our students in student council. All Upper and Middle School students are required to hold positions of responsibility on their respective student councils as part of their academic programs. Student council members do much of the weekend activity planning, but they also coordinate community service activities, help with tutoring in local schools, give tours to prospective families, assist with the school's social media, support our athletics teams, assist in the library and run study halls, make films for internal and external promotion, and tackle countless other positions of responsibility that help the school run smoothly. Delphian's student council is a fully functioning organizational body that is essential to our school's daily activity and a vital part of each student's educational program.
Facilities
- All-Weather Track
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Indoor Climbing Wall
- Technology Center
- Volleyball Court
Other Facilities
- Tennis Courts
- Cross-country Trails
- Yoga/Dance Room
- Weightlifting Room
- Cross-fit Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Chess Club
- Community Service
- Computer Club
- Debate Club
- Dorm Proctors
- Drama Club
- Environmental Club
- Foreign Language Clubs
- Gardening Club
- Habitat for Humanity
- International Club
- Math Club
- Model UN
- Newspaper
- Peer Counseling
- Peer Tutoring
- Photography Club
- Science Fiction Club
- Scouting
- Skateboarding Club
- Snowboarding Club
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Theater Club
- Weightlifting Club
- Woodworking Club
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
Arts & Athletics
Summary: Delphian views the soccer field or volleyball court as yet another avenue to help our students to apply what they're learning in the academic course room to their daily lives. We see challenge as opportunity for growth. This is why we require all Middle and Upper School students to participate in interscholastic sports teams, so they can face new challenges and increase their potential as individuals, team members and leaders. Discipline is a key component of any sports program; likewise hard work from every player. Delphian's athletic program emphasizes both of these, as well as participation and sportsmanship. Delphian teams often win sportsmanship trophies from their league or tournament competition and are widely known for it. While each year is different, several of the school's teams regularly participate in district and state playoffs, and some teams have won the state championships. Delphian students can participate in a wide variety of interscholastic sports including soccer, volleyball, cross-country, basketball, tennis, track and field, and in certain years, baseball and softball. All Delphian students are required to play on at least one junior varsity or varsity team before graduation. Delphian's team sports program is flanked by elective individual sports and other recreational activities including yoga, conditioning, running, weight training, snowboarding, skiing, swimming and hiking.
Arts Department Director: Adam Whitworth
Athletics Department Director: Brandon Lidgard
Notable Achievements: Multiple State Titles/Placement Varsity Choir; Multiple State Titles/Placement Varsity Soccer; Multiple State Titles/Placement-Varsity Volleyball
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country Running
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Recreational Sports
- Aerobics
- Bowling
- Camping
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Kickball
- Mountain Biking
- Outdoor Education
- Paddle Tennis
- Rafting
- Rock Climbing
- Skateboarding
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Weight Lifting
- Yoga
Graduates
Summary: Our graduates leave Delphian ready to take on any challenge. For many, it’s college; for others, the arts. Some of our graduates tap into their entrepreneurial spirits to launch their own independent businesses. You’ll also find our alumni putting their skills to work in service efforts aiding the greater community. No matter what path our graduates choose, they are ready to take it head-on. Delphian School graduates are regularly admitted to their first-choice colleges. Delphian graduates have been accepted to such highly regarded colleges and universities as diverse as they are.
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 98%
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
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25th percentile | |||
75th percentile |
Notable Alumni
Sky Dayton
Class of 1986
Founder of Earthlink
Melissa McPhail
Class of 1989
Author
Sylvan Lionni
Class of 1986
Artist Professor
David O'Donnell
Class of 1992
Actor
Arwen Elys Dayton
Class of 1990
Author
Vanessa Prager
Class of 2002
Artist
Callan Stokes
Class of 2000
Stylist
Courtney Ryan
Class of 2004
Cinematographer and Photographer
Drew Harrison
Class of 1999
Cameraman and Director
Summer Programs
Summary: Summer at Delphian’s program balances academic basics and a wide variety of elective offerings with varied and challenging outdoor activities and cultural experiences in a three to six week summer program. Summer at Delphian is a day and residential summer camp program for children ages 5-18, with boarding available to campers 8 years of age and older. Over 250 courses and classes are offered each summer. Students can get ahead or brush up in specific school subjects. Most importantly, students are introduced to our uniquely effective study methods. In one summer, a young person can learn how to study any subject – a skill that will last a lifetime. Balancing our comprehensive academic program are a wide variety of fun and age-appropriate afternoon camps including Science Camp, Fine Art Camp, Outdoor Camp and more. Weekends include camping, rafting, beach trips* and sightseeing. Weekend adventures are additional highlights of a summer program that take full advantage of Oregon’s beautiful summer climate and the cultural and scenic riches of the Pacific Northwest. *Trips are subject to change to on campus trips based on travel and safety guidelines.
Department Director: Bridgette Rappoport
Summer At Delphian
Description: Summer at Delphian’s program balances academic basics and a wide variety of elective offerings with varied and challenging outdoor activities and cultural experiences. Summer students arrange their four to six-week summer program based on the schedule that works best for them.
Director: Bridgette Rappoport
Application Deadline: June 1, 2023
Start Date: 2023-06-25
End Date: 2023-08-05
Tuition From: 4938
Tuition To: 10100
Website: https://www.delphian.org/start-here/summer-camp
Boarding:
Financial Aid Available: No
Merit
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2%
Average Merit Scholarship: 5,660
Current Endowment Amount: $2,279,077
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 150
Total Day: 50
Total Enrollment: 200
Boys: 90
Girls: 110
Boarding Grades Offered: 6-12
Day Grades Offered: K-12
School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School
Dress Code: Casual
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: January 1st
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $68,398
5-Day Boarding: $64,608
Day Tuition Fee: $48,025
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 44%
Average Awarded: $16,510
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2%
Average Merit Scholarship: $5,660
Current Endowment Amount: $2,279,077
Contact
Director of Admissions: Bridgette Rappoport
Admissions Phone: 503 843 3521
Fax: 503 843 4158
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.delphian.org
Nearby Schools
- Annie Wright Schools - 157mi / 252 km
- Forest Ridge School Of The Sacred Heart - 180mi / 290 km
- The Northwest School - 181mi / 292 km
- St. Mary’s School (OR) - 196mi / 315 km
- St. Margaret’s School (BC) - 233mi / 376 km
- Brentwood College School - 245mi / 395 km
School Events
Sunday Nov 14 2021 - Sunday Nov 14 2021
01:00:00pm - 02:30:00pm