Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palisades World Language School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades World Language 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
Palisades World Language School's student population of 197 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palisades World Language School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades World Language School is 0.65, 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
#3 out of 1196 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
25%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades World Language School's ranking?
Palisades World Language School is ranked #3 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Palisades World Language School?
197 students attend Palisades World Language School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Palisades World Language School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades World Language School?
Palisades World Language School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palisades World Language School offer ?
Palisades World Language School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palisades World Language School part of?
Palisades World Language School is part of Lake Oswego SD 7j School District.
In what neighborhood is Palisades World Language School located?
Palisades World Language School is located in the Palisades neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Palisades.
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