Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School's student population of 393 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
47%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
40%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School's ranking?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School is ranked #145 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School often compared to?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Chinese Charter School, Sherwood Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School?
393 students attend Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School offer ?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School part of?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School located?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School is located in the Greenway neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenway.
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