City View Charter School

What City View Charter School does

City View Charter School is a public K-8 charter school founded in 2004 in Hillsboro, Oregon, operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit under charter authorization from the Hillsboro School District. It is the only charter school within the district and implements the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model — a research-based framework built around interdisciplinary learning expeditions, fieldwork averaging 15 off-site experiences per class annually, character development, and project-based mastery of knowledge and skills. The core academic offering is a K-5 elementary program and a 6-8 middle school program (Voyages, Compass, Summit retreats), supplemented by special-education resource-room services, a Daily Five/CAFE and IRLA literacy block, Bridges in Mathematics (K-5), and College Preparatory Math (6-8).

The business model is a hybrid of public funding and philanthropic contribution. State funding under Oregon's charter formula delivers approximately 80% of what a comparable district school would receive — projected at ~$5.2 million for 2026-27 versus ~$6.1 million for a comparable district school, creating an ~$917,000 ($1,837/student) gap. City View attempts to bridge this gap through the Bridge the Gap Fund, a voluntary $850-per-student family contribution program (target $400,000) amplified by corporate matching through Benevity (Nike, Intel, Microsoft, Google, Columbia Sportswear and others). Ancillary recurring revenue comes from Crew Care (before/after-school care, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday, plus Friday half-day hours) on a monthly billing cadence via Brightwheel, and outsourced lunch service via Fresh n' Local on MyMealOrder.com with free/reduced-lunch eligibility. Spiritwear runs through 1st Place Sportswear and micro-fundraising runs through Box Tops for Education, Fred Meyer Community Rewards, and Bottle Drop.

Go-to-market is community-led: prospective families discover the school through open houses, word-of-mouth, social media (Facebook, Instagram), the school website (Edlio CMS), email, and signature community events (Wolf Walk, Auction, Carnival, EL Night, Science Fair). Admissions run on a computerized lottery administered through the Integrity enrollment portal, with sibling and Hillsboro School District residency priority. The board is volunteer-led and includes Intel/Microsoft alumni, and executive leadership consists of an Executive Director (Caitlin Klenz) and Assistant Director (Stefanie Baker) responsible for day-to-day operations, compliance (Title IX, Section 504, ADA/Title II, Civil Rights), and fundraising execution.

Name

City View Charter School

Legal name

City View Charter School

Website

https://cityviewcharter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

City View Charter School is a Hillsboro, Oregon-based public K-8 charter school and 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving roughly 500 students under the project-based EL Education model, funded primarily by state allocations with philanthropic gap-bridging via the Bridge the Gap Fund.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent Charter Schools (Single-Site) (EDAJACAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ)

Keywords

• Charter school education
• Project-based learning
• K-8 public education
• Experiential fieldwork
• EL Education model

Headquarters

HQ city

Hillsboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. State Funding: As a public charter school, City View receives state funding which is approximately 80% of what traditional district schools receive. Based on projected 2026-27 enrollment, City View expects approximately $5.2 million in state funding compared to $6.1 million a comparable non-charter public school would receive, creating a nearly $917,000 gap.
2. Bridge the Gap Fund Donations: Voluntary family contributions to bridge the funding gap between charter and district school funding. Suggested donation of $850 per student per year. The goal is to raise $400,000 of the $917,000 funding gap through philanthropic support.
3. Crew Care Program Fees: Before and after school care program (Crew Care) with fees for Morning Care (7:00-8:15 AM) and After Care (3:00-5:30 PM Monday-Thursday, 12:00-5:30 PM Friday). Multiple scheduling options available at affordable rates.
4. Lunch Program: Outsourced lunch program through Fresh n' Local. Families pre-order meals through MyMealOrder.com platform. Free and reduced lunch applications available for qualifying families.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

City View Charter School is a tuition-free public K-8 charter school in Hillsboro, Oregon, operating under the EL Education model. It delivers project-based academic instruction anchored in Learning Expeditions and ~15 fieldwork experiences per class annually, supported by Bridges in Mathematics, College Preparatory Math, and Daily Five/CAFE literacy programming. The school complements academics with character development through Crew groupings, before/after school Crew Care, and a Fresh n' Local lunch program.

Product overview

City View Charter School is a public K-8 charter school in Hillsboro, Oregon operating under the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model. The school offers a unified educational program built around project-based learning expeditions, fieldwork, and character development. The core offerings include the K-5 Program and Middle School Program (6th-8th Grades), supplemented by the Crew Care before/after school program, a lunch program partnering with Fresh n' Local, and the Bridge the Gap Fund for fundraising. The EL Education framework serves as the foundational approach across all grades, emphasizing mastery of knowledge, character development, and high-quality work through interdisciplinary learning expeditions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-5 Elementary Program Tuition-free K-5 elementary education program at City View Charter School, delivered through the EL Education model with Bridges in Mathematics, Daily Five/CAFE literacy, and project-based learning expeditions. Designed for Hillsboro School District families seeking an alternative public elementary education for children in kindergarten through 5th grade.
• Middle School Program (6-8) Tuition-free middle school program for grades 6-8 at City View Charter School, featuring College Preparatory Math (CPM), Daily Five/CAFE literacy, and ongoing Learning Expeditions with fieldwork. Designed for Hillsboro-area adolescents seeking an alternative public middle school experience.
• Crew Care Before/After School Program Fee-based before and after school care program for City View Charter School students, providing supervised care outside instructional hours. Administered through the Brightwheel childcare management platform for enrollment, billing, and family communication.
• Fresh n' Local Lunch Program Daily paid school lunch program for City View Charter School students, ordered through MyMealOrder.com. Provides locally sourced meals to enrolled K-8 students and families.
• Special Programs (Electives & Enrichment) Elective and enrichment special programs offered to City View Charter School K-8 students, complementing the core EL Education curriculum with additional learning experiences. Designed for enrolled students seeking expanded academic and creative opportunities beyond standard coursework.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students raise over $9,500 in technology fundraising through Wolf Walk events
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fresh n' LocalcoreOthersFresh n' Local is the school's lunch program vendor, providing nutritious lunches for students. The partnership includes options for basic lunch, gluten-free/dairy-free/vegetarian options, and milk (meal accompaniment or ala carte). Orders are placed through MyMealOrder.com platform.
• EL EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) is the educational model and curriculum framework provider. City View is part of the EL Education network and implements their core practices including learning expeditions, character education, and mastery-based assessment.
• AmeriCorpsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmeriCorps program mentioned as part of City View's programs, potentially providing volunteer support and community service opportunities for students.
• Corporate Matching Donors (Nike, Intel, Microsoft, etc.)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple major employers including Nike, Intel, Microsoft, Google, Columbia Sportswear, and others offer employee donation matching programs. Many provide 100% matching for employee contributions to City View.
• 1st Place SportswearminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor1st Place Sportswear provides City View branded merchandise and gear ordering services through their online platform for school apparel and spirit wear.
• FlashAlertminorOthersFlashAlert is an emergency notification system used by City View for school closures, weather delays, and urgent alerts. Families can subscribe via email, text, or mobile app push notifications.
• Hillsboro School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity View is authorized by and operates as a charter school within the Hillsboro School District. The school follows HSD calendar decisions for inclement weather and must meet charter goals set with the district.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Catlin Gabel School: Independent private K-12 school in Portland serving similar mission-aligned families in the Portland metro. Comparable as an alternative K-8 provider in the same Pacific Northwest market, though private rather than charter.

Direct peers

• Portland Village School: Portland, OR K-8 charter school that also implements the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model. Closest comparable to City View by gradespan, charter model, EL Education pedigree, and Pacific Northwest location.
• Council Crest Charter School: K-8 charter school in the Beaverton/Hillsboro area serving similar Pacific Northwest families. Closely comparable to City View by geography, grade span, and charter status.
• The Ivy School: Portland, OR K-8 public charter school focused on integrated, project-based learning. Directly comparable to City View as an Oregon K-8 charter competing for similar mission-aligned families in the metro area.
• The Emerson School: Portland, OR K-5 charter school with a project-based, community-focused model. Directly comparable to City View's K-5 program in terms of pedagogy and charter model.
• Trillium Public Charter School: Portland, OR K-8 public charter school. Comparable to City View as an Oregon K-8 charter competing for lottery-driven enrollment from the same regional family base.

Emerging players

• Sweetbriar Nature Center / Endeavour Charter Academy: Oregon charter school with overlapping focus on experiential and community-engaged learning. Comparable as a smaller, mission-driven charter operator in the region.
• Oregon Charter Academy: Oregon statewide online charter school. Comparable as an Oregon charter but with a different modality (virtual) that competes for some of the same school-choice families.

Broad incumbents

• Hillsboro School District: The public school district that authorizes City View and represents its primary alternative. While not a charter, it is the broader incumbent that shapes District per-pupil funding and the charter authorization framework.
• Beaverton School District: Adjacent public school district in the Portland metro that serves many of the same families City View targets. Comparable broader incumbent in the K-8 education market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CityViewCharter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-view-charter-school

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about City View Charter School