Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arthur Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Arthur Academy's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Academy is 0.74, 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
#263 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
12%
3%
White
44%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Academy's ranking?
Arthur Academy is ranked #263 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Arthur Academy?
158 students attend Arthur Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arthur Academy students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Arthur Academy offer ?
Arthur Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arthur Academy part of?
Arthur Academy is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur Academy located?
Arthur Academy is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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